Ref. #508FA2 · DE5788
Aegean Sea
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aegean Sea Technical Profile
What color is Aegean Sea? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #508FA2. Colors similar to Aegean Sea include Kilz Yacht Club, Sherwin-Williams Manitou Blue, Sherwin-Williams Georgian Revival Blue. Aegean Sea has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Aegean Sea creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Aegean Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Aegean Sea.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aegean Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aegean Sea have?
Aegean Sea by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Aegean Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Yacht Club by Kilz (#5990A4), Manitou Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#5B92A2), Georgian Revival Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#5B8D9F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aegean Sea?
Aegean Sea has an LRV of 24.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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