Ink Blotch DE5839 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #00608B, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Flame from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #00608B · DE5839
Ink Blotch
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ink Blotch Technical Profile
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Ink Blotch in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ink Blotch in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsInk Blotch
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Flame
Blue Flame
PPG
Nearly identical
Jay Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bermuda Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bandana
Valspar
Very similar
Wavy Navy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Traditional Blue
Behr
Very similar
Wave Runner
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glacier Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Harborside
Kilz
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ink Blotch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ink Blotch
#00608B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#263C98
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ink Blotch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ink Blotch 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 Ink Blotch.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ink Blotch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ink Blotch have?
Ink Blotch 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 Ink Blotch in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ink Blotch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ink Blotch are Blue Flame by PPG (a near-identical match), Jay Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Bermuda Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ink Blotch'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 Ink Blotch?
Ink Blotch has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ink Blotch's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.