Tempest Wind 431-2DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A4B7BD, estimated LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Languid Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #A4B7BD · 431-2DB
Tempest Wind
45%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tempest Wind Technical Profile
HEX Code#A4B7BD
RGB164, 183, 189
Estimated LRV45.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Tempest Wind
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tempest Wind
#A4B7BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tempest Wind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tempest Wind 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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Tempest Wind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tempest Wind have?
Tempest Wind by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Tempest Wind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tempest Wind are Languid Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Matt on Monday by Valspar (a close digital match), Santorini Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tempest Wind'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 Tempest Wind?
Tempest Wind has a estimated lightness value of 45.4, 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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