Relaxed Gray 437-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #898885, 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.
Ref. #898885 · 437-4DB
Relaxed Gray
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Relaxed Gray Technical Profile
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Relaxed Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Relaxed 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 BoyRelaxed Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparGrey Suit
Grey Suit
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cinder
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Classic French Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Falcon Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Looking Glass
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Downpour
PPG
Nearly identical
Approaching Storm
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cast in Stone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
Very similar
Greystoke
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Relaxed Gray
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Relaxed 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Relaxed Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Relaxed Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Relaxed Gray are Grey Suit by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cinder by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Classic French Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Relaxed Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.