Moon Beam 438-2DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CBCCC9, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Passive from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBCCC9 · 438-2DB
Moon Beam
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moon Beam Technical Profile
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Moon Beam in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moon Beam in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyMoon Beam
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPassive
Passive
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Perspectivereg
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fading Fog
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pewter Vase
Behr
Nearly identical
Pittsburgh Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Cold Embrace
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Khaki Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Snowglory
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Filtered Shade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moon Beam
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moon Beam
#CBCCC9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moon Beam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moon Beam 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 Moon Beam.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moon Beam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moon Beam have?
Moon Beam 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 Moon Beam in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moon Beam from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moon Beam are Passive by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Perspectivereg by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fading Fog by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Moon Beam'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 Moon Beam?
Moon Beam has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Moon Beam's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.