Preserved Moss 327-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #5F6C5C, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Mountain from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F6C5C · 327-6DB
Preserved Moss
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Preserved Moss Technical Profile
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Preserved Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Preserved Moss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPreserved Moss
Nearly identical
BehrDusty Mountain
Dusty Mountain
Behr
Nearly identical
Holiday Wreath
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Basil
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Italian Basil
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Logan Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Hazelwood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Boughs of Pine
Valspar
Very similar
All About Olive
PPG
Very similar
Concrete Grey
RAL
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Preserved Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Preserved Moss
#5F6C5C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#649774
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Preserved Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Preserved Moss 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Preserved Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Preserved Moss have?
Preserved Moss 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 Preserved Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Preserved Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Preserved Moss are Dusty Mountain by Behr (a near-identical match), Less Travelled by Behr (a near-identical match), Royal Orchard by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Preserved Moss'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 Preserved Moss?
Preserved Moss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Preserved Moss's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.