Ref. #F6FDFA · DEW372
Catalina
97%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Catalina Technical Profile
What color is Catalina? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #F6FDFA. Colors similar to Catalina include Behr Bakery Box, Behr Frost Bl-w15, Behr Frost. Catalina has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 97, Catalina reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Catalina
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Catalina
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Catalina
#F6FDFA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#72BAC0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Catalina
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Catalina 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 Catalina.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Catalina — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Catalina have?
Catalina by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Catalina from other brands?
The closest matches are Bakery Box by Behr (#F3FBF9), Frost Bl-w15 by Behr (#F2F8F5), Frost by Behr (#F3F8F6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Catalina?
Catalina has an LRV of 96.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Catalina's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.