Spiny Urchin 245-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9984A2, estimated LRV 26 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carolina Plum from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #9984A2 · 245-5DB
Spiny Urchin
26%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Spiny Urchin Technical Profile
HEX Code#9984A2
RGB153, 132, 162
Estimated LRV25.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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#9B84A1
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Colors That Work With Spiny Urchin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spiny Urchin
#9984A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spiny Urchin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spiny Urchin 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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Spiny Urchin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spiny Urchin have?
Spiny Urchin by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) 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 Spiny Urchin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spiny Urchin are Carolina Plum by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Wild Orchid by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Persian Rose by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Spiny Urchin'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 Spiny Urchin?
Spiny Urchin has a estimated lightness value of 25.9, 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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