Marine Layer DET599 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A5B4B6, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bay View from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5B4B6 · DET599
Marine Layer
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Marine Layer Technical Profile
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Marine Layer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marine Layer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMarine Layer
Nearly identical
BehrBay View
Bay View
Behr
Nearly identical
Timber Wolf
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lagoon Reflection
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nimbus Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Summer Shower Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Stardew
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Waterby
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marine Layer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marine Layer
#A5B4B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marine Layer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marine Layer 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 gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Marine Layer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marine Layer have?
Marine Layer by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Marine Layer in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marine Layer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marine Layer are Bay View by Behr (a near-identical match), Timber Wolf by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Lagoon Reflection by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Marine Layer'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 Marine Layer?
Marine Layer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Why Marine Layer's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.