Lake Reflection DET556 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9DD8DB, LRV 61 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sonoma Skies from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9DD8DB · DET556
Lake Reflection
61%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lake Reflection Technical Profile
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Lake Reflection in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lake Reflection in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsLake Reflection
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSonoma Skies
Sonoma Skies
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Glistening Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Aqua Wave
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sydney Harbour
Behr
Nearly identical
Christopher Coast
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Kiss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spa
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Life of Reilly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Quiet Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lake Reflection
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lake Reflection
#9DD8DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D96B5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lake Reflection
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lake Reflection 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.
Lake Reflection — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lake Reflection have?
Lake Reflection 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 Lake Reflection in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lake Reflection from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lake Reflection are Sonoma Skies by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Glistening Teal by PPG (a near-identical match), Aqua Wave by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lake Reflection'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 Lake Reflection?
Lake Reflection has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.4, 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 Lake Reflection's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.