Principle Greige 420-3DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B2A48D, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Westover Hills from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2A48D · 420-3DB
Principle Greige
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Principle Greige Technical Profile
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Principle Greige in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Principle Greige in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPrinciple Greige
Nearly identical
Vista PaintWestover Hills
Westover Hills
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Safari Vest
Behr
Nearly identical
Prairie Grass
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Urban Charm
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rocky Beach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Arid Plains
Valspar
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Antiquity
Kilz
Nearly identical
Palm Springs Tan
PPG
Very similar
Macramé Knot
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Principle Greige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Principle Greige
#B2A48D
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.
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Color Palettes for Principle Greige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Principle Greige 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 Principle Greige.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Principle Greige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Principle Greige have?
Principle Greige by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Principle Greige in your own space before committing.
What colors match Principle Greige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Principle Greige are Westover Hills by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Safari Vest by Behr (a near-identical match), Prairie Grass by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Principle Greige'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 Principle Greige?
Principle Greige has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.9, 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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