China Clay DE5802 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #718B9A, LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Azurite from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #718B9A · DE5802
China Clay
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
China Clay Technical Profile
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China Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to China Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsChina Clay
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSmoky Azurite
Smoky Azurite
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pulitzer Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shaker Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Stormy Sky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
West Coast
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Americana
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Breezy Indigo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Porpoise Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With China Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
China Clay
#718B9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for China Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
China Clay 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
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China Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does China Clay have?
China Clay by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample China Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match China Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to China Clay are Smoky Azurite by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Pulitzer Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Shaker Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting China Clay'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 China Clay?
China Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why China Clay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.