Rustic Blue 430-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #93A1A5, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Twilight from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #93A1A5 · 430-4DB
Rustic Blue
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rustic Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#93A1A5
RGB147, 161, 165
Estimated LRV34.4
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Blue Twilight
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#919EA1
Close digital match
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#90A0A6
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#91A2A6
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After The Storm
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#919FA1
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#909E9F
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Colors That Work With Rustic Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rustic Blue
#93A1A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8590AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rustic Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rustic Blue 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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Rustic Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rustic Blue have?
Rustic Blue 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 Rustic Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rustic Blue are Blue Twilight by Valspar (a close digital match), Debonair by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cape Cod Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rustic Blue'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 Rustic Blue?
Rustic Blue has a estimated lightness value of 34.4, 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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