Inky Blue 241-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #3B496D, LRV 7 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dignified from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3B496D · 241-7DB
Inky Blue
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Inky Blue Technical Profile
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Inky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Inky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyInky Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDignified
Dignified
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Egyptian Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Jazz Age Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bon Nuit
Behr
Nearly identical
Best In Class
Kilz
Very similar
Midnight Interlude
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wizard
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Skyline
Valspar
Very similar
Quiet Peace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Traffic Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Inky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inky Blue
#3B496D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#615883
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inky Blue 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 Inky Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Inky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inky Blue have?
Inky Blue by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) 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 Inky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Inky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Inky Blue are Dignified by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Egyptian Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Jazz Age Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Inky Blue'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 Inky Blue?
Inky Blue 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
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 Inky Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.