Inkstain 238-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #334C64, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Arctic Night Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #334C64 · 238-7DB
Inkstain
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Inkstain Technical Profile
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Inkstain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Inkstain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyInkstain
Nearly identical
PPGDeep Arctic Night Blue
Deep Arctic Night Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Rain Boots
Behr
Nearly identical
Still Waters Run Deep
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Champion Cobalt
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Indigo Batik
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dark Iris
Valspar
Very similar
Fountain Pen
Kilz
Very similar
Happy Tune
Vista Paint
Very similar
Into the Stratosphere
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Inkstain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inkstain
#334C64
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#515179
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inkstain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inkstain 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 Inkstain.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Inkstain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inkstain have?
Inkstain by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Inkstain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Inkstain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Inkstain are Deep Arctic Night Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Blueberry Pie by PPG (a near-identical match), Rain Boots by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Inkstain'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 Inkstain?
Inkstain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.8, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Inkstain's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.