Ref. #C6E3F7 · DE5854
Fresh Water
74%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Fresh Water Technical Profile
What color is Fresh Water? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C6E3F7. Colors similar to Fresh Water include Behr Saltwater, Behr Rain Song, Behr Impressionist Sky. Fresh Water has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Fresh Water reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Fresh Water
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Water
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Water
#C6E3F7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B73C7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Water
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Water 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 Fresh Water.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Water — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Water have?
Fresh Water by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Fresh Water from other brands?
The closest matches are Saltwater by Behr (#C6E1F2), Rain Song by Behr (#C8E6FD), Impressionist Sky by Behr (#BEDFF5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fresh Water?
Fresh Water has an LRV of 73.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresh Water's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.