Shelled Nut 419-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #8E7F6A, LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quiver Tan from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E7F6A · 419-5DB
Shelled Nut
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shelled Nut Technical Profile
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Shelled Nut in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shelled Nut in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyShelled Nut
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsQuiver Tan
Quiver Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Barrel Stove
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sandalwood Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Patches
PPG
Nearly identical
Everard Coffee
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moonscape
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Wild Hawk
Valspar
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shelled Nut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shelled Nut
#8E7F6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AB80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shelled Nut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shelled Nut 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 Shelled Nut.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shelled Nut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shelled Nut have?
Shelled Nut 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 Shelled Nut in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shelled Nut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shelled Nut are Quiver Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Barrel Stove by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sandalwood Tan by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shelled Nut'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 Shelled Nut?
Shelled Nut has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, 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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Related Reading
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 Shelled Nut's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.