Onyx Shade 433-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #4E555C, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dutch Licorice from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #4E555C · 433-7DB
Onyx Shade
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Onyx Shade Technical Profile
HEX Code#4E555C
RGB78, 85, 92
Estimated LRV8.9
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 Onyx Shade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Onyx Shade
#4E555C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#585885
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Onyx Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Onyx Shade Room Palettes
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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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Onyx Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Onyx Shade have?
Onyx Shade 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 Onyx Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Onyx Shade are Dutch Licorice by Valspar (a close digital match), Vermont Slate by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Westcott Navy by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Onyx Shade'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 Onyx Shade?
Onyx Shade has a estimated lightness value of 8.9, 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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