Ref. #3C768A · DE5789
English River
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
English River Technical Profile
What color is English River? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #3C768A. Colors similar to English River include Sherwin-Williams Turkish Tile, Kilz Storm, Behr Poseidon. English River has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, English River 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 English River
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With English River
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
English River
#3C768A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F6D9A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for English River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
English River 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 English River.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
English River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does English River have?
English River by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match English River from other brands?
The closest matches are Turkish Tile by Sherwin-Williams (#3E758A), Storm by Kilz (#44778A), Poseidon by Behr (#33748A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of English River?
English River has an LRV of 15.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why English River's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.