Jacob'S Ladder 144-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #897D9D, LRV 22 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Secret Lavender from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #897D9D · 144-6DB
Jacob'S Ladder
22%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Jacob'S Ladder Technical Profile
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Jacob'S Ladder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Jacob'S Ladder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyJacob'S Ladder
Nearly identical
PPGSecret Lavender
Secret Lavender
PPG
Nearly identical
Gypsy Magic
Behr
Very similar
Purple Hills
Valspar
Very similar
Queen of Sheba
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pale Eggplant
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Violet Vibes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Spring Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Jupiter
Kilz
Very similar
Mythical
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Jacob'S Ladder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Jacob'S Ladder
#897D9D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Jacob'S Ladder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Jacob'S Ladder 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 Jacob'S Ladder.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Jacob'S Ladder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Jacob'S Ladder have?
Jacob'S Ladder 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 Jacob'S Ladder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Jacob'S Ladder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Jacob'S Ladder are Secret Lavender by PPG (a near-identical match), Gypsy Magic by Behr (a very close match), Purple Hills by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Jacob'S Ladder'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 Jacob'S Ladder?
Jacob'S Ladder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.4, 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 Jacob'S Ladder's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.