Midnight Sun DET580 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4E5A6D, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kensington Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4E5A6D · DET580
Midnight Sun
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Midnight Sun Technical Profile
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Midnight Sun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midnight Sun in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMidnight Sun
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreKensington Blue
Kensington Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Motor City Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
America'S Cup Navy
PPG
Very similar
Harbour (marquee)
Behr
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Authentic Navy
Kilz
Very similar
Into the Stratosphere
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Into the Stratosphere
Vista Paint
Very similar
Midnight Bliss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Graphite Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midnight Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight Sun
#4E5A6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#655F8F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight Sun 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.
Midnight Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight Sun have?
Midnight Sun 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 Midnight Sun in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midnight Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midnight Sun are Kensington Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Motor City Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), America'S Cup Navy by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Midnight Sun'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 Midnight Sun?
Midnight Sun has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Midnight Sun's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.