Moody Blues DET590 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #586E75, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Superstition from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #586E75 · DET590
Moody Blues
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Moody Blues Technical Profile
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Moody Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moody Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMoody Blues
Nearly identical
PPGSuperstition
Superstition
PPG
Nearly identical
Flannel Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bowman Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Portsmouth Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Deep Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Desert Night
Behr
Very similar
Smoky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Spruce
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ocean Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moody Blues
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moody Blues
#586E75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#677499
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moody Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moody Blues 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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Moody Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moody Blues have?
Moody Blues by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) 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 Moody Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moody Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moody Blues are Superstition by PPG (a near-identical match), Flannel Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bowman Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Moody Blues'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 Moody Blues?
Moody Blues has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.5, 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 Moody Blues's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.