Aegean Sea DE5788 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #508FA2, LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Westwind Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #508FA2 · DE5788
Aegean Sea
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aegean Sea Technical Profile
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Aegean Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aegean Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAegean Sea
Nearly identical
PPGDark Westwind Blue
Dark Westwind Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Yacht Club
Kilz
Nearly identical
Manitou Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aqua Dance
Valspar
Very similar
Bay Harbor Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aegean Blue
Behr
Very similar
Blue Daisy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aegean Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aegean Sea
#508FA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C88A9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aegean Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aegean Sea 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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Aegean Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aegean Sea have?
Aegean Sea by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) 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 Aegean Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aegean Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aegean Sea are Dark Westwind Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Yacht Club by Kilz (a near-identical match), Manitou Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aegean Sea'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 Aegean Sea?
Aegean Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.0, 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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