Rustic Greige 404-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9F8F85, 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.
Ref. #9F8F85 · 404-4DB
Rustic Greige
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rustic Greige Technical Profile
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Rustic Greige in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rustic Greige in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyRustic Greige
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreStudio Clay
Studio Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
State of Mind
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chatura Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Parisian Cafe
Behr
Nearly identical
Talavera
PPG
Nearly identical
Faded Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Portobello Mushroom
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bush Buck
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clove
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rustic Greige
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Rustic Greige.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rustic Greige in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rustic Greige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rustic Greige are Studio Clay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), State of Mind by Valspar (a near-identical match), Chatura Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rustic Greige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.