Indigo Wash DEFD59 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #3D3F53, estimated LRV 5 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Manhattan Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #3D3F53 · DEFD59
Indigo Wash
5%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Indigo Wash Technical Profile
HEX Code#3D3F53
RGB61, 63, 83
Estimated LRV5.2
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#40435A
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Colors That Work With Indigo Wash
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Indigo Wash
#3D3F53
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E4E75
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Indigo Wash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Indigo Wash 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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Indigo Wash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Indigo Wash have?
Indigo Wash by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Indigo Wash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Indigo Wash are Manhattan Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Blueberry Tart by Behr (a close digital match), Emperor by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Indigo Wash'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 Indigo Wash?
Indigo Wash has a estimated lightness value of 5.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Indigo Wash's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.