Mission Brown 405-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9E9284, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Keystone Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E9284 · 405-4DB
Mission Brown
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mission Brown Technical Profile
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Mission Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mission Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyMission Brown
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsKeystone Gray
Keystone Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Weimaraner
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bison Beige
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Manor
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rolling Pebble
Behr
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mission Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mission Brown
#9E9284
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mission Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mission Brown 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 Mission Brown.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mission Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mission Brown have?
Mission Brown 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 Mission Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mission Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mission Brown are Keystone Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Weimaraner by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bison Beige by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mission Brown'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 Mission Brown?
Mission Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mission Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.