Flax Bloom DE5904 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D2D8F4, LRV 69 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lavender Sparkle from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2D8F4 · DE5904
Flax Bloom
69%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Flax Bloom Technical Profile
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Flax Bloom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flax Bloom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsFlax Bloom
Nearly identical
BehrLavender Sparkle
Lavender Sparkle
Behr
Nearly identical
Purple Lace
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Twilight Mist
Valspar
Very similar
Beautiful Berry
Vista Paint
Very similar
Globe Thistle
PPG
Very similar
Casa del Mar
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pixie
Kilz
Very similar
Lavender Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hyacinth Tint
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flax Bloom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flax Bloom
#D2D8F4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C74BE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flax Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flax Bloom 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 Flax Bloom.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flax Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flax Bloom have?
Flax Bloom by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) 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 Flax Bloom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flax Bloom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flax Bloom are Lavender Sparkle by Behr (a near-identical match), Lavender Memory by Behr (a near-identical match), Purple Lace by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Flax Bloom'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 Flax Bloom?
Flax Bloom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.3, 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
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 Flax Bloom's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.