Dusty Heather 9073 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8990A3, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flower Box from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #8990A3 · 9073
Dusty Heather
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dusty Heather Technical Profile
HEX Code#8990A3
RGB137, 144, 163
Estimated LRV27.9
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Dusty Heather
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Heather
#8990A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Heather
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty Heather 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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Dusty Heather — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Heather have?
Dusty Heather by Sherwin-Williams 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 Dusty Heather from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Heather are Flower Box by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), London Fog by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Irises by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dusty Heather'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 Dusty Heather?
Dusty Heather has a estimated lightness value of 27.9, 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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