Falling Tears DE5792 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C2D7DF, LRV 65 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bahama Breezes from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2D7DF · DE5792
Falling Tears
65%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Falling Tears Technical Profile
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Falling Tears in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Falling Tears in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsFalling Tears
Nearly identical
ValsparBahama Breezes
Bahama Breezes
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bright and Early
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Balmy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Allure
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Pearl
PPG
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Subtle Breeze
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sky Light View
Behr
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Falling Tears
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Falling Tears
#C2D7DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Falling Tears
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Falling Tears 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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Falling Tears — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Falling Tears have?
Falling Tears by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Falling Tears in your own space before committing.
What colors match Falling Tears from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Falling Tears are Bahama Breezes by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pale Flowers by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bright and Early by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Falling Tears'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 Falling Tears?
Falling Tears has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Falling Tears's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.