Aqua Bloom DE5737 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #96D3D8, LRV 58 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glistening Teal from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96D3D8 · DE5737
Aqua Bloom
58%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aqua Bloom Technical Profile
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Aqua Bloom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aqua Bloom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAqua Bloom
Nearly identical
PPGGlistening Teal
Glistening Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Beach Sparkle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peaceful Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Pleasant View
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spectra Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Quiet Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Life of Reilly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bora Bora Shore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Aqua Wave
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aqua Bloom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Bloom
#96D3D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D95B5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aqua Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Bloom 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 Aqua Bloom.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aqua Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aqua Bloom have?
Aqua Bloom 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 Aqua Bloom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aqua Bloom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Bloom are Glistening Teal by PPG (a near-identical match), Beach Sparkle by Valspar (a near-identical match), Peaceful Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aqua Bloom'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 Aqua Bloom?
Aqua Bloom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Aqua Bloom's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.