Shaded Aspen 331-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #273E3E, LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cascades from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #273E3E · 331-7DB
Shaded Aspen
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shaded Aspen Technical Profile
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Shaded Aspen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shaded Aspen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyShaded Aspen
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCascades
Cascades
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Black Sable
Behr
Nearly identical
Cape Royal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Atlantic Waves
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pacific Sea Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Green
RAL
Very similar
Deepest Woodland Green
PPG
Very similar
Refined Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Midsummer Night
Valspar
Visible difference
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Visible difference
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shaded Aspen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shaded Aspen
#273E3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3D4C5B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shaded Aspen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shaded Aspen 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 Shaded Aspen.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shaded Aspen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shaded Aspen have?
Shaded Aspen by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shaded Aspen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shaded Aspen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shaded Aspen are Cascades by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Black Sable by Behr (a near-identical match), Cape Royal by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shaded Aspen'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 Shaded Aspen?
Shaded Aspen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shaded Aspen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.