Sultry Gray 442-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B9B2A9, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Requisite Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9B2A9 · 442-3DB
Sultry Gray
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sultry Gray Technical Profile
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Sultry Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sultry 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 BoySultry Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRequisite Gray
Requisite Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silver Fox
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dove'S Cry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Park Avenue
Behr
Nearly identical
Driftwood Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mercurial
PPG
Nearly identical
Luxe Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Marshy Habitat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Smoky Wings
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sultry Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sultry Gray
#B9B2A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sultry Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sultry 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 Sultry 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.
Sultry Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sultry Gray have?
Sultry Gray by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Sultry Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sultry Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sultry Gray are Requisite Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Silver Fox by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dove'S Cry by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sultry 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 Sultry Gray?
Sultry Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sultry Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.