Saddle Stitch 409-5DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AC7668, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pajarito Red from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #AC7668 · 409-5DB
Saddle Stitch
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Saddle Stitch Technical Profile
HEX Code#AC7668
RGB172, 118, 104
Estimated LRV22.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Saddle Stitch
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Saddle Stitch
#AC7668
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Saddle Stitch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Saddle Stitch 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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Saddle Stitch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Saddle Stitch have?
Saddle Stitch by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Saddle Stitch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Saddle Stitch are Pajarito Red by Valspar (a close digital match), Sienna by Behr (a close digital match), Drenched Sienna by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Saddle Stitch'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 Saddle Stitch?
Saddle Stitch has a estimated lightness value of 22.7, 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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