Ref. #96D3D8 · DE5737
Aqua Bloom
58%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aqua Bloom Technical Profile
What color is Aqua Bloom? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #96D3D8. Colors similar to Aqua Bloom include MPC Ice Palace, Valspar Beach Sparkle, Behr Peaceful Blue. Aqua Bloom has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Aqua Bloom sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Aqua Bloom
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Aqua Bloom from other brands?
The closest matches are Ice Palace by MPC (#97D4D9), Beach Sparkle by Valspar (#8FD4DB), Peaceful Blue by Behr (#99CFD3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aqua Bloom?
Aqua Bloom has an LRV of 58.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.