Shale Ridge 421-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B2AC9C, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gateway Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2AC9C · 421-3DB
Shale Ridge
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shale Ridge Technical Profile
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Shale Ridge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shale Ridge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyShale Ridge
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGateway Gray
Gateway Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mountain Shade
Behr
Nearly identical
Kid Gloves
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Artemis
Valspar
Nearly identical
Well-Crafted
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Homespun Linen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sharkskin
PPG
Nearly identical
Langdon Dove
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shale Ridge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shale Ridge
#B2AC9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shale Ridge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shale Ridge 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 Shale Ridge.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shale Ridge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shale Ridge have?
Shale Ridge 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 Shale Ridge in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shale Ridge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shale Ridge are Gateway Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Mountain Shade by Behr (a near-identical match), Chatroom by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shale Ridge'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 Shale Ridge?
Shale Ridge has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shale Ridge's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.