Ref. #5E81C1 · DE5893
Bodega Bay
22%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Bodega Bay Technical Profile
What color is Bodega Bay? It's a deep warm blue with the hex code #5E81C1. Colors similar to Bodega Bay include Benjamin Moore Watertown, Behr Blue Iolite, Behr Neon Blue. Bodega Bay has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Bodega Bay 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 Bodega Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bodega Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bodega Bay
#5E81C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#867EB4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bodega Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bodega Bay 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 Bodega Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bodega Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bodega Bay have?
Bodega Bay by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Bodega Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Watertown by Benjamin Moore (#5C7FB8), Blue Iolite by Behr (#567DBF), Neon Blue by Behr (#5C83B5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bodega Bay?
Bodega Bay has an LRV of 21.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bodega Bay's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.