Whistler 428-1DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D0D9D4, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sculptural Silver from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0D9D4 · 428-1DB
Whistler
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Whistler in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whistler in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyWhistler
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSculptural Silver
Sculptural Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Nelson Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter in Paris
Valspar
Nearly identical
Morning Fog
PPG
Nearly identical
Wind Fresh White
Behr
Nearly identical
Serenely
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Calm Breeze
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Whispering Waterfall
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bisque .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cool Fog
Kilz
Very similar
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whistler
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whistler
#D0D9D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whistler
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whistler 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Whistler.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whistler — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whistler have?
Whistler by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Whistler in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whistler from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whistler are Sculptural Silver by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Nelson Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Winter in Paris by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whistler'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 Whistler?
Whistler has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.8, 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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