Seal Gray 447-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7C716E, LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mink Suede from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7C716E · 447-5DB
Seal Gray
17%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Seal Gray Technical Profile
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Seal Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Seal 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 BoySeal Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparMink Suede
Mink Suede
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gray Mountain
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hickory Cliff
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Flipper
PPG
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Gris Volcanico
Behr
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grapy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Emu
Vista Paint
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Seal Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seal Gray
#7C716E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A59878
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seal Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seal 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 Seal 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.
Seal Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seal Gray have?
Seal Gray by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Seal Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Seal Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seal Gray are Mink Suede by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gray Mountain by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Hickory Cliff by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Seal 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 Seal Gray?
Seal Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.2, 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 Seal Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.