Ref. #3C4D85 · DE5895
Dive In
8%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dive In Technical Profile
What color is Dive In? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #3C4D85. Colors similar to Dive In include Sherwin-Williams Morning Glory, MPC Bally Blue Met., Behr Boudoir Blue. Dive In has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Dive In creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Dive In
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dive In
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dive In
#3C4D85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D5E96
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dive In
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dive In 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 Dive In.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dive In — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dive In have?
Dive In by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Dive In from other brands?
The closest matches are Morning Glory by Sherwin-Williams (#3C4C80), Bally Blue Met. by MPC (#3B4F8E), Boudoir Blue by Behr (#444E88). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dive In?
Dive In has an LRV of 8.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dive In's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.