Vapor 438-1DB is a off-white paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #DCDCDA, estimated LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shining Scale from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #DCDCDA · 438-1DB
Vapor
72%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Vapor Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCDCDA
RGB220, 220, 218
Estimated LRV71.5
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 Familyoff-white
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Vapor
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Shining Scale
PPG
#DDDDDB
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White Lie
Behr
#DCDCDB
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Diamond Stud
Hirshfield's
#DBDBDA
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Porpoise
Dunn-Edwards
#DBDBDA
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Graytint
Benjamin Moore
#D9DAD9
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Spatial White
Sherwin-Williams
#DDDCDB
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Diamond Stud
Vista Paint
#DDDBD9
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Blackened
Farrow & Ball
#DDDBD9
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Lilac Cream
Kilz
#D8D8D7
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Seashell Gray
Valspar
#DBDBD7
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Light Grey
RAL
#D7D7D7
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Colors That Work With Vapor
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vapor
#DCDCDA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vapor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vapor 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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Vapor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vapor have?
Vapor by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Vapor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vapor are Shining Scale by PPG (a close digital match), White Lie by Behr (a close digital match), Diamond Stud by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Vapor'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 Vapor?
Vapor has a estimated lightness value of 71.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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