Cape Cod Blue DEC792 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #91A2A6, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sardine from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #91A2A6 · DEC792
Cape Cod Blue
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cape Cod Blue Technical Profile
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Cape Cod Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cape Cod Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCape Cod Blue
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallSardine
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Rustic Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Debonair
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
After The Storm
PPG
Nearly identical
Teal Wave
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Twilight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cloudy Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Citadel Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Beacon Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Endless Rain
Kilz
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cape Cod Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cape Cod Blue
#91A2A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cape Cod Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cape Cod Blue 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 gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cape Cod Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cape Cod Blue have?
Cape Cod Blue by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cape Cod Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cape Cod Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cape Cod Blue are Sardine by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Rustic Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Debonair by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cape Cod Blue'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 Cape Cod Blue?
Cape Cod Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.6, 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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Why Cape Cod Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.