Aquatic DEA134 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #006477, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bold Bolection from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #006477 · DEA134
Aquatic
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aquatic Technical Profile
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Aquatic in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aquatic in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAquatic
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sBold Bolection
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caribbean Splash
PPG
Nearly identical
Pacific Ocean Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jester Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Oasis Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Caribbean Dream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Galapagos
Behr
Very similar
Oceanside
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
True Teal
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aquatic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aquatic
#006477
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#224588
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aquatic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aquatic 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 Aquatic.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aquatic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aquatic have?
Aquatic 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 Aquatic in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aquatic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquatic are Bold Bolection by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Caribbean Splash by PPG (a near-identical match), Pacific Ocean Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aquatic'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 Aquatic?
Aquatic has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.4, 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
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 Aquatic's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.