Ref. #6C849B · DE5872
Lakeville
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lakeville Technical Profile
What color is Lakeville? It's a deep cool neutral with the hex code #6C849B. Colors similar to Lakeville include PPG Silver Blueberry, Kilz North Beach Blue, MPC Waloon Blue. Lakeville has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Lakeville creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Lakeville pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Lakeville
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Lakeville.
More neutral colors from other brands
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Lakeville from other brands?
The closest matches are Silver Blueberry by PPG (#6C8096), North Beach Blue by Kilz (#70839A), Waloon Blue by MPC (#6F86A2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lakeville?
Lakeville has an LRV of 22.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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