Iron Clawfoot 447-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AA9D93, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Palisade from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AA9D93 · 447-3DB
Iron Clawfoot
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Iron Clawfoot Technical Profile
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Iron Clawfoot in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Iron Clawfoot in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyIron Clawfoot
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPalisade
Palisade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Frosted Cocoa
Behr
Nearly identical
Simmering Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Creekbed
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Art Museum
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gypsum Gap
Vista Paint
Very similar
Well Balanced
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wool Coat
Valspar
Very similar
Big Spender
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Iron Clawfoot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iron Clawfoot
#AA9D93
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iron Clawfoot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iron Clawfoot 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 Iron Clawfoot.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Iron Clawfoot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iron Clawfoot have?
Iron Clawfoot by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Iron Clawfoot in your own space before committing.
What colors match Iron Clawfoot from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Iron Clawfoot are Palisade by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Frosted Cocoa by Behr (a near-identical match), Rustic Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Iron Clawfoot'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 Iron Clawfoot?
Iron Clawfoot has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Iron Clawfoot's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.