Relaxed Gray 437-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #898885, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grey Suit from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #898885 · 437-4DB
Relaxed Gray
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Relaxed Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#898885
RGB137, 136, 133
Estimated LRV24.6
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Relaxed Gray
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Grey Suit
Valspar
#888886
Close digital match
Cinder
Benjamin Moore
#878684
Close digital match
Classic French Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#888782
Close digital match
Falcon Gray
Behr
#898887
Close digital match
Looking Glass
Dunn-Edwards
#888786
Close digital match
Downpour
PPG
#898A86
Close digital match
Approaching Storm
Kilz
#8D8B89
Close digital match
Cast in Stone
Vista Paint
#858483
Close digital match
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
#8D8D8B
Close digital match
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
#828282
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Greystoke
Hirshfield's
#88857D
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Colorhouse
#8B8A8C
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Colors That Work With Relaxed Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Relaxed Gray
#898885
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Relaxed Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Relaxed 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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Relaxed Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Relaxed Gray have?
Relaxed Gray by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Relaxed Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Relaxed Gray are Grey Suit by Valspar (a close digital match), Cinder by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Classic French Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Relaxed 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 Relaxed Gray?
Relaxed Gray has a estimated lightness value of 24.6, 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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