Refined Gray 435-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7D8285, 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.
Ref. #7D8285 · 435-5DB
Refined Gray
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Refined Gray Technical Profile
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Refined Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Refined 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 BoyRefined Gray
Nearly identical
PPGFlagstone Grey
Flagstone Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Software
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rock Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Legendary Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Chipped Granite
Kilz
Nearly identical
Storm Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stone Age
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vessel Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Refined Gray
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Refined 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Refined Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Refined Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Refined Gray are Flagstone Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Software by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rock Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Refined Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.