Lakeville DE5872 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6C849B, LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Benton Harbor from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6C849B · DE5872
Lakeville
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lakeville Technical Profile
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Lakeville in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lakeville in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsLakeville
Nearly identical
PPGBenton Harbor
Benton Harbor
PPG
Nearly identical
Provence
Behr
Nearly identical
North Beach Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Old Blue Jeans
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sporty Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tucker’s Toy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Brookside Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Sash
Valspar
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lakeville
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lakeville
#6C849B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lakeville
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lakeville 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 neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lakeville — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lakeville have?
Lakeville by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lakeville in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lakeville from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lakeville are Benton Harbor by PPG (a near-identical match), Provence by Behr (a near-identical match), Silver Blueberry by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lakeville'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 Lakeville?
Lakeville has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.1, 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 Lakeville's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.