Frozen Wave DE5829 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #56ACCA, LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Sigh from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #56ACCA · DE5829
Frozen Wave
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Frozen Wave Technical Profile
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Frozen Wave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Frozen Wave in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsFrozen Wave
Nearly identical
ValsparOcean Sigh
Ocean Sigh
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bit Of Sapphire
Kilz
Nearly identical
Epimethius
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bright Blue
PPG
Very similar
Epimethius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Flyway
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Jet Ski
Behr
Very similar
Perfect Puddle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Atlantis Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Frozen Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frozen Wave
#56ACCA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7988B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frozen Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frozen Wave 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Frozen Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frozen Wave have?
Frozen Wave 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 Frozen Wave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Frozen Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frozen Wave are Ocean Sigh by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bit Of Sapphire by Kilz (a near-identical match), Epimethius by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Frozen Wave'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 Frozen Wave?
Frozen Wave has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Frozen Wave's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.