Poised Neutral 440-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A8A093, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Intellectual Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8A093 · 440-4DB
Poised Neutral
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Poised Neutral Technical Profile
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Poised Neutral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poised Neutral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPoised Neutral
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIntellectual Gray
Intellectual Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Jackal
Behr
Nearly identical
River Reflections
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Feldspar
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Drifting Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wood Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Graceful Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stonehenge Greige
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poised Neutral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poised Neutral
#A8A093
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poised Neutral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poised Neutral 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 Poised Neutral.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poised Neutral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poised Neutral have?
Poised Neutral 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 Poised Neutral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poised Neutral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poised Neutral are Intellectual Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Jackal by Behr (a near-identical match), River Reflections by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Poised Neutral'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 Poised Neutral?
Poised Neutral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.6, 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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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 Poised Neutral's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.