Barrier Reef DE5745 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8CAEAC, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Drizzle from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8CAEAC · DE5745
Barrier Reef
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Barrier Reef in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Barrier Reef in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBarrier Reef
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDrizzle
Drizzle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fog Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone Fence
Behr
Nearly identical
Hipster Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Foggy Promenade
Kilz
Very similar
Acapulco Aqua
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gentle Turquoise
PPG
Very similar
Boca Raton Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Peg's Promise
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Barrier Reef
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Barrier Reef
#8CAEAC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Barrier Reef
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Barrier Reef 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Barrier Reef — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Barrier Reef have?
Barrier Reef by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Barrier Reef in your own space before committing.
What colors match Barrier Reef from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Barrier Reef are Drizzle by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Fog Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Stone Fence by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Barrier Reef'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 Barrier Reef?
Barrier Reef has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Barrier Reef's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.