Thundering 405-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #6A6056, estimated LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Muddy Paws from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #6A6056 · 405-6DB
Thundering
12%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Thundering Technical Profile
HEX Code#6A6056
RGB106, 96, 86
Estimated LRV12.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Muddy Paws
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#6B625A
Close digital match
Derby
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#6E645B
Close digital match
Griffin
Sherwin-Williams
#6F6459
Close digital match
Introspective
PPG
#6D6053
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Garden Walk
Valspar
#6C5F56
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Dunn-Edwards
#695C51
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#6E6355
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#6B645E
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#6A5D4D
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Colors That Work With Thundering
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thundering
#6A6056
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#929261
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thundering
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thundering 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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Thundering — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thundering have?
Thundering by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Thundering from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thundering are Muddy Paws by Kilz (a close digital match), Derby by Behr (a close digital match), Griffin by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Thundering'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 Thundering?
Thundering has a estimated lightness value of 12.1, 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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