Muted Opal 331-2DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C6D7CF, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Geyser from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C6D7CF · 331-2DB
Muted Opal
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Muted Opal Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6D7CF
RGB198, 215, 207
Estimated LRV65.1
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 Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Geyser
PPG
#C4D7CF
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Swept Away
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#C8D7CE
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Frosted Silver
Behr
#C6D7D1
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Distant Valley
Valspar
#C9D8D1
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Misty Harbor
Vista Paint
#C4D6D0
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Powdered Pool
Hirshfield's
#C7D6D0
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Wool .01
Colorhouse
#C5D7D2
Close digital match
Rolling Waves
Dunn-Edwards
#BFD1C9
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Waterscape
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#BFD2C9
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Teresa's Green
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#C0CDC2
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Colors That Work With Muted Opal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Muted Opal
#C6D7CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ACAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Muted Opal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Muted Opal 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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Muted Opal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Muted Opal have?
Muted Opal by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Muted Opal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Muted Opal are Geyser by PPG (a close digital match), Swept Away by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), White Rain by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Muted Opal'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 Muted Opal?
Muted Opal has a estimated lightness value of 65.1, 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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