Deepest Sea DE5825 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #444D56, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pitch Cobalt from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #444D56 · DE5825
Deepest Sea
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Deepest Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deepest Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsDeepest Sea
Nearly identical
ValsparPitch Cobalt
Pitch Cobalt
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Note
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Evening Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Sea Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Krimson Lake Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Navigation
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Prussian Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deepest Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deepest Sea
#444D56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#52527B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deepest Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deepest Sea 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 Deepest Sea.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deepest Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deepest Sea have?
Deepest Sea 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 Deepest Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deepest Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deepest Sea are Pitch Cobalt by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Note by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Evening Storm by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Deepest Sea'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 Deepest Sea?
Deepest Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.2, 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 Deepest Sea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.