Onyx Shade 433-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #4E555C, 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.
Ref. #4E555C · 433-7DB
Onyx Shade
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Onyx Shade Technical Profile
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Onyx Shade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Onyx Shade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyOnyx Shade
Nearly identical
ValsparDutch Licorice
Dutch Licorice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Westcott Navy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seared Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Steel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Soothing Sapphire
PPG
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Onyx Shade
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
Pure 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
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 Onyx Shade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Onyx Shade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Onyx Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Onyx Shade are Dutch Licorice by Valspar (a near-identical match), Vermont Slate by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Westcott Navy by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Onyx Shade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.