Admiral Blue DE5887 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #50647F, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Luxe Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #50647F · DE5887
Admiral Blue
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Admiral Blue Technical Profile
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Admiral Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Admiral Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAdmiral Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsLuxe Blue
Luxe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dashing Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Evening Symphony
Behr
Nearly identical
Stormy Sea
Kilz
Nearly identical
Midship Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Atlantic Schooner
Valspar
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Kensington Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pleasant Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Admiral Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Admiral Blue
#50647F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6C689A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Admiral Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Admiral 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Admiral Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Admiral Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Admiral Blue have?
Admiral Blue by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Admiral Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Admiral Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Admiral Blue are Luxe Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dashing Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Evening Symphony by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Admiral 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 Admiral Blue?
Admiral Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Admiral Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.