Ref. #165D95 · DE5846
Lapis
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lapis Technical Profile
What color is Lapis? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #165D95. Colors similar to Lapis include Vista Paint Glacier Bay, Hirshfield's Glacier Bay, Sherwin-Williams Hyper Blue. Lapis has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Lapis creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Lapis
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lapis
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lapis
#165D95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3E43A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lapis
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lapis 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 Lapis.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lapis — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lapis have?
Lapis by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Lapis from other brands?
The closest matches are Glacier Bay by Vista Paint (#005C95), Glacier Bay by Hirshfield's (#005C94), Hyper Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#015F97). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lapis?
Lapis has an LRV of 10.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lapis's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.