January Frost DE5849 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #99C1DC, LRV 50 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Make a Splash from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #99C1DC · DE5849
January Frost
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
January Frost Technical Profile
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January Frost in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to January Frost in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsJanuary Frost
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMake a Splash
Make a Splash
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Faded Denim
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aerial View
Behr
Nearly identical
Washed Away
Kilz
Nearly identical
Windsor Way
PPG
Very similar
Bluette
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dena's Delight
Valspar
Very similar
Earth'S Harmony
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Porch Ceiling
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With January Frost
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
January Frost
#99C1DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B81B7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for January Frost
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
January Frost 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
January Frost — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does January Frost have?
January Frost 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 January Frost in your own space before committing.
What colors match January Frost from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to January Frost are Make a Splash by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Faded Denim by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Summer Day by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting January Frost'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 January Frost?
January Frost has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.1, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why January Frost's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.