Velvety Indigo 341-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #65697C, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nostalgic from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #65697C · 341-6DB
Velvety Indigo
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Velvety Indigo Technical Profile
HEX Code#65697C
RGB101, 105, 124
Estimated LRV14.3
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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Compare alternatives to Velvety Indigo
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Nostalgic
Behr
#646B7E
Close digital match
Blue Heron
PPG
#5F6478
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Graphite
Dunn-Edwards
#656579
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#686D7C
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Vista Paint
#686C7A
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Sherwin-Williams
#5D657B
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Valspar
#5E6576
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Blue Gaspe
Benjamin Moore
#5D6375
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Farrow & Ball
#5C6576
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RAL
#6C6881
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#5D6181
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Colors That Work With Velvety Indigo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvety Indigo
#65697C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8273A1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvety Indigo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvety Indigo 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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Velvety Indigo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvety Indigo have?
Velvety Indigo 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 Velvety Indigo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvety Indigo are Nostalgic by Behr (a close digital match), Blue Heron by PPG (a very close match), Graphite by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Velvety Indigo'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 Velvety Indigo?
Velvety Indigo has a estimated lightness value of 14.3, 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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