Shaded Aspen 331-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #273E3E, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #273E3E · 331-7DB
Shaded Aspen
4%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shaded Aspen Technical Profile
HEX Code#273E3E
RGB39, 62, 62
Estimated LRV4.2
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 Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Shaded Aspen
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cascades
Sherwin-Williams
#273E3E
Close digital match
Black Sable
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#2A4042
Close digital match
Cape Royal
Vista Paint
#294344
Close digital match
Atlantic Waves
Hirshfield's
#264243
Close digital match
Pacific Sea Teal
Benjamin Moore
#284144
Close digital match
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#1F3A3D
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#374442
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#384543
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#1E4540
Visible digital difference
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#3F4647
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Colors That Work With Shaded Aspen
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Shaded Aspen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shaded Aspen are Cascades by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Black Sable by Behr (a close digital match), Cape Royal by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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