Rustic Greige 404-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9F8F85, estimated LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Studio Clay from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #9F8F85 · 404-4DB
Rustic Greige
29%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rustic Greige Technical Profile
HEX Code#9F8F85
RGB159, 143, 133
Estimated LRV28.7
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 Rustic Greige
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Studio Clay
Benjamin Moore
#A08F85
Close digital match
State of Mind
Valspar
#9C8E83
Close digital match
Chatura Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#A09287
Close digital match
Parisian Cafe
Behr
#A08D84
Close digital match
Talavera
PPG
#A0928B
Close digital match
Faded Beige
Vista Paint
#A29285
Close digital match
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
#9F9389
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Portobello Mushroom
Dunn-Edwards
#9D928A
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Hirshfield's
#A48D83
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Kilz
#A68F80
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RAL
#898176
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Colors That Work With Rustic Greige
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rustic Greige
#9F8F85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rustic Greige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rustic Greige 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 Greige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rustic Greige have?
Rustic Greige 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 Greige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rustic Greige are Studio Clay by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), State of Mind by Valspar (a close digital match), Chatura Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rustic Greige'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 Greige?
Rustic Greige has a estimated lightness value of 28.7, 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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