Smoldered 444-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7F7A7D, LRV 20 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Night on the Moors from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F7A7D · 444-4DB
Smoldered
20%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smoldered Technical Profile
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Smoldered in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoldered in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySmoldered
Nearly identical
ValsparNight on the Moors
Night on the Moors
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sensuous Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ocean Frigate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Elegant Charcoal
PPG
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tempest
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Echo
Behr
Very similar
Whale Tail
Kilz
Very similar
Winding Road
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoldered
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoldered
#7F7A7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB8185
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoldered
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoldered 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 Smoldered.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoldered — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoldered have?
Smoldered by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) 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 Smoldered in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoldered from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoldered are Night on the Moors by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sensuous Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Special Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoldered'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 Smoldered?
Smoldered has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoldered's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.