Padlock Gray 438-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9B9893, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pewter Cast from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B9893 · 438-4DB
Padlock Gray
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Padlock Gray Technical Profile
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Padlock Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Padlock Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPadlock Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPewter Cast
Pewter Cast
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stone Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Battleship Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Art Critique
Kilz
Nearly identical
Jet Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chateau Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Galveston
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cathedral Stone
Valspar
Very similar
Jet Gray
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Padlock Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Padlock Gray
#9B9893
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Padlock Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Padlock Gray 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 Padlock Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Padlock Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Padlock Gray have?
Padlock Gray by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Padlock Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Padlock Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Padlock Gray are Pewter Cast by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Stone Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Battleship Gray by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Padlock Gray'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 Padlock Gray?
Padlock Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Padlock Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.