Navigation 432-7DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #3E4B54, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Serpent from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3E4B54 · 432-7DB
Navigation
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Navigation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Navigation in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyNavigation
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSea Serpent
Sea Serpent
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Orion Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Note
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Midnight Hour
PPG
Nearly identical
Pitch Cobalt
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Deepest Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vermont Slate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Iron Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Navigation
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Navigation
#3E4B54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4F5276
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Navigation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Navigation 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 Navigation.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Navigation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Navigation have?
Navigation by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Navigation in your own space before committing.
What colors match Navigation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Navigation are Sea Serpent by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Orion Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Note by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Navigation'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 Navigation?
Navigation has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.7, 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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Related Reading
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 Navigation's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.