Heathered Gray 445-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #786E70, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grapy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #786E70 · 445-5DB
Heathered Gray
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Heathered Gray Technical Profile
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Heathered Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Heathered Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyHeathered Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGrapy
Grapy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Kasbah
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Heather Sachet
Behr
Nearly identical
Dark Raspberry Taupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Roaming Pony
Valspar
Nearly identical
Plum Island
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hickory Cliff
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heathered Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heathered Gray
#786E70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A38376
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heathered Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heathered Gray Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Heathered Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heathered Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heathered Gray have?
Heathered Gray by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Heathered Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Heathered Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Heathered Gray are Grapy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Kasbah by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Heather Sachet by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Heathered Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Heathered Gray?
Heathered Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Heathered Gray's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.