Ref. #606788 · DE5915
Champion Blue
14%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Champion Blue Technical Profile
What color is Champion Blue? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #606788. Colors similar to Champion Blue include MPC Blue Frit, Vista Paint Mountain Vale, PPG Grape Haze. Champion Blue has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Champion Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Champion Blue pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Champion Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Champion Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Champion Blue
#606788
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8677A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Champion Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Champion 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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Champion Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Champion Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Champion Blue have?
Champion Blue by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Champion Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Frit by MPC (#5F6585), Mountain Vale by Vista Paint (#646B8F), Grape Haze by PPG (#606A88). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Champion Blue?
Champion Blue has an LRV of 14.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Champion Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.