Ref. #375673 · DE5853
Blue Earth
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Earth Technical Profile
What color is Blue Earth? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #375673. Colors similar to Blue Earth include Benjamin Moore New York State of Mind, Vista Paint Happy Tune, Behr Velvet Rope. Blue Earth has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Blue Earth creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Blue Earth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Earth
#375673
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#575886
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Earth 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 Blue Earth.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Earth have?
Blue Earth by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Earth from other brands?
The closest matches are New York State of Mind by Benjamin Moore (#365574), Happy Tune by Vista Paint (#315472), Velvet Rope by Behr (#37546E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Earth?
Blue Earth has an LRV of 8.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.