In the Brush 427-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #6F7E77, LRV 20 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Studio Blue Green from Sherwin-Williams (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F7E77 · 427-6DB
In the Brush
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
In the Brush Technical Profile
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In the Brush in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to In the Brush in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyIn the Brush
Very similar
Sherwin-WilliamsStudio Blue Green
Studio Blue Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gray Monument
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dwarf Spruce
PPG
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Porch Swing
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Earthen Cheer
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Salty Sea
Valspar
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Amazon Stone
Behr
Very similar
Green Smoke
Farrow & Ball
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Green Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Classic Movie
Kilz
Visible difference
Cement Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With In the Brush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
In the Brush
#6F7E77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7AA5A6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for In the Brush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
In the Brush 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 In the Brush.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
In the Brush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does In the Brush have?
In the Brush by Dutch Boy has a cool (green) 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 In the Brush in your own space before committing.
What colors match In the Brush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to In the Brush are Studio Blue Green by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Gray Monument by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Boxwood by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting In the Brush'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 In the Brush?
In the Brush has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why In the Brush's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.