Orchid Black 443-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #504844, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mink from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #504844 · 443-7DB
Orchid Black
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Orchid Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#504844
RGB80, 72, 68
Estimated LRV6.8
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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#524A46
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#514843
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#514845
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#4F4842
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#4B4441
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Midsummer Night
Benjamin Moore
#514B46
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Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
#4D4746
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Binoculars
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Colors That Work With Orchid Black
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orchid Black
#504844
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#777150
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orchid Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orchid Black 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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Orchid Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orchid Black have?
Orchid Black 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 Orchid Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orchid Black are Mink by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tribal Drum by Behr (a close digital match), Espresso Macchiato by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Orchid Black'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 Orchid Black?
Orchid Black has a estimated lightness value of 6.8, 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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