Life'S Whirlwind 428-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #889F9E, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Star from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #889F9E · 428-5DB
Life'S Whirlwind
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Life'S Whirlwind Technical Profile
HEX Code#889F9E
RGB136, 159, 158
Estimated LRV32.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Life'S Whirlwind
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Life'S Whirlwind
#889F9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Life'S Whirlwind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Life'S Whirlwind 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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Life'S Whirlwind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Life'S Whirlwind have?
Life'S Whirlwind by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Life'S Whirlwind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Life'S Whirlwind are Sea Star by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), North Beach Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Atmospheric by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Life'S Whirlwind'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 Life'S Whirlwind?
Life'S Whirlwind has a estimated lightness value of 32.5, 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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