Arctic Paradise DE5841 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B8DFF8, LRV 70 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Afton Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8DFF8 · DE5841
Arctic Paradise
70%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Arctic Paradise Technical Profile
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Arctic Paradise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Arctic Paradise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsArctic Paradise
Nearly identical
PPGAfton Blue
Afton Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Impressionist Sky
Behr
Nearly identical
Sapphireberry
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Clear Blue Sky
Valspar
Very similar
Pool Party
Kilz
Very similar
Cobalt Salt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Young Boy Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Marzena Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Arctic Paradise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arctic Paradise
#B8DFF8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6772CB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arctic Paradise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arctic Paradise 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
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Arctic Paradise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arctic Paradise have?
Arctic Paradise 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 Arctic Paradise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Arctic Paradise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arctic Paradise are Afton Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Impressionist Sky by Behr (a near-identical match), Skys The Limit by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Arctic Paradise'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 Arctic Paradise?
Arctic Paradise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Arctic Paradise's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.