Black River Falls DEA189 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #343E54, LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Limo-scene from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #343E54 · DEA189
Black River Falls
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black River Falls Technical Profile
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Black River Falls in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black River Falls in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBlack River Falls
Nearly identical
BehrLimo-scene
Limo-scene
Behr
Nearly identical
Star-Studded
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plume Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Deep Royal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Star-Studded
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nightfall
Valspar
Very similar
Victory Blue
PPG
Very similar
Mountain Fig
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Ocean Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black River Falls
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black River Falls
#343E54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#524B70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black River Falls
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black River Falls 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black River Falls — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black River Falls have?
Black River Falls by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Black River Falls in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black River Falls from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black River Falls are Limo-scene by Behr (a near-identical match), Star-Studded by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Soulful by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black River Falls'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 Black River Falls?
Black River Falls has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.8, 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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