Jacob'S Ladder 144-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #897D9D, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #897D9D · 144-6DB
Jacob'S Ladder
22%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Jacob'S Ladder Technical Profile
HEX Code#897D9D
RGB137, 125, 157
Estimated LRV22.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Jacob'S Ladder
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Jacob'S Ladder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Jacob'S Ladder are Secret Lavender by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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