Blue Earth DE5853 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #375673, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is New York State of Mind from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #375673 · DE5853
Blue Earth
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Earth Technical Profile
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Blue Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBlue Earth
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreNew York State of Mind
New York State of Mind
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Happy Tune
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Velvet Rope
Behr
Nearly identical
Indigo Cloth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Happy Tune
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Saxophone Solo
Kilz
Very similar
Blueberry Pie
PPG
Very similar
Inkstain
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Indigo Batik
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Earth are New York State of Mind by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Happy Tune by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Velvet Rope by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Earth'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 Blue Earth?
Blue Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.7, 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 Blue Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.