Translucent 231-3DB is a green paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B3CDBF, estimated LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bleached Cypress from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #B3CDBF · 231-3DB
Translucent
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Translucent Technical Profile
HEX Code#B3CDBF
RGB179, 205, 191
Estimated LRV57.0
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 Familygreen
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 →
Bleached Cypress
Kilz
#B2CBBE
Close digital match
Bridal Bouquet
Benjamin Moore
#B0CCBE
Close digital match
Uninhibited
Vista Paint
#B5D0C5
Close digital match
Aloe
Sherwin-Williams
#ACCABC
Close digital match
Little Beaux Blue
Dunn-Edwards
#B6D3C5
Close digital match
Uninhibited
Hirshfield's
#B5D1C7
Close digital match
Rhino
Behr
#BCD1C3
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Tranquil Bay
Valspar
#AEC5B6
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PPG
#BFD6C8
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#A6CDC2
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#C0CDC2
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Colors That Work With Translucent
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Translucent
#B3CDBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAC
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Translucent
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Translucent 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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Translucent — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Translucent have?
Translucent by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Translucent from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Translucent are Bleached Cypress by Kilz (a close digital match), Bridal Bouquet by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Uninhibited by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Translucent'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 Translucent?
Translucent has a estimated lightness value of 57.0, 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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