Refined Gray 435-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7D8285, estimated LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flagstone Grey from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #7D8285 · 435-5DB
Refined Gray
22%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Refined Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#7D8285
RGB125, 130, 133
Estimated LRV22.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Flagstone Grey
PPG
#7C8286
Close digital match
Software
Sherwin-Williams
#7F8486
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Rock Gray
Benjamin Moore
#808487
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Legendary Gray
Behr
#7F8384
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Chipped Granite
Kilz
#7C8081
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Storm Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
#808283
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Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
#7F8282
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Stone Age
Vista Paint
#81878A
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Vessel Gray
Valspar
#84878B
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Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
#828282
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Colorhouse
#8B8A8C
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Colors That Work With Refined Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Refined Gray
#7D8285
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Refined Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Refined 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
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Refined Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Refined Gray have?
Refined Gray by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) 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 Refined Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Refined Gray are Flagstone Grey by PPG (a close digital match), Software by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Rock Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Refined 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 Refined Gray?
Refined Gray has a estimated lightness value of 22.0, 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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