Dutch Tile Blue 31 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9AABAB, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Mountain Creek Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9AABAB · 31
Dutch Tile Blue
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dutch Tile Blue Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Dutch Tile Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dutch Tile Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDutch Tile Blue
Nearly identical
PPGSilver Mountain Creek Green
Silver Mountain Creek Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Beacon Fog
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stormy Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Arrow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mission Bay Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silken Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Veranda Charm
Behr
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Explore the Shore
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Endless Rain
Kilz
Very similar
Seeing a close call? Order a peel-and-stick sample of Dutch Tile Blue — or sample it next to its top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dutch Tile Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dutch Tile Blue
#9AABAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dutch Tile Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dutch Tile Blue 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 Dutch Tile Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dutch Tile Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dutch Tile Blue have?
Dutch Tile Blue by Sherwin-Williams 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 Dutch Tile Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dutch Tile Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dutch Tile Blue are Silver Mountain Creek Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Beacon Fog by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Polaris by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dutch Tile Blue'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 Dutch Tile Blue?
Dutch Tile Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.9, 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.
Explore More with Dutch Tile Blue
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 Dutch Tile Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.