Stable Gray 411-1DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D3C8BD, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Realist Beige from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D3C8BD · 411-1DB
Stable Gray
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stable Gray Technical Profile
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Stable Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stable 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 BoyStable Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRealist Beige
Realist Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Big
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
In The Buff
PPG
Nearly identical
Granite Dust
Behr
Nearly identical
Sand Storm
Valspar
Nearly identical
Awakening
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Awakening
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Buried In Sand
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stirabout
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stable Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stable Gray
#D3C8BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stable Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stable 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 Stable Gray.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stable Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stable Gray have?
Stable Gray by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Stable Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stable Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stable Gray are Realist Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Big by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Desert Light by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stable 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 Stable Gray?
Stable Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stable Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.