Smoky Gray VS-9305 is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #95958D, LRV 30 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Illusive Green from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #95958D · VS-9305
Smoky Gray
30%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoky Gray Technical Profile
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Smoky Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky 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 BoySmoky Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIllusive Green
Illusive Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lost Space
Kilz
Nearly identical
Signal Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Battleship Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Hare'S Tail Grass
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mt. Rainier
PPG
Very similar
Galveston
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dusky Parakeet
Valspar
Very similar
Everlasting Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rock Wall
Vista Paint
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Gray
#95958D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky 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 Smoky 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.
Smoky Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Gray have?
Smoky 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 Smoky Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Gray are Illusive Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Lost Space by Kilz (a near-identical match), Signal Grey by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoky 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 Smoky Gray?
Smoky Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.8, 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
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 Smoky Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.