Dustblu 9161 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #959BA0, LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweatshirt Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #959BA0 · 9161
Dustblu
32%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dustblu Technical Profile
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Dustblu in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dustblu in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDustblu
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSweatshirt Gray
Sweatshirt Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Digital Nomad
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chrome
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cool Metalwork Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Pencil Sketch
Behr
Nearly identical
Madison Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Over the Moon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dark Sterling
Kilz
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dustblu
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dustblu
#959BA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8586AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dustblu
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dustblu 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Dustblu.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dustblu — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dustblu have?
Dustblu by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Dustblu in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dustblu from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dustblu are Sweatshirt Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Digital Nomad by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Chrome by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dustblu'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 Dustblu?
Dustblu has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dustblu's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.