Smoky Gray VS-9305 is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #95958D, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #95958D · VS-9305
Smoky Gray
30%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoky Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#95958D
RGB149, 149, 141
Estimated LRV29.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#92948D
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#98958C
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#969992
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#99968F
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Colors That Work With Smoky Gray
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Smoky Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Gray are Illusive Green by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Lost Space by Kilz (a close digital match), Signal Grey by RAL (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Smoky Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.