Morro Bay DET571 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #546B78, LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rush Hour from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #546B78 · DET571
Morro Bay
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Morro Bay Technical Profile
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Morro Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Morro Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMorro Bay
Nearly identical
BehrRush Hour
Rush Hour
Behr
Nearly identical
Smoky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Prussian Cadet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silent Night
PPG
Nearly identical
Cape Cod Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cape Cod Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grayed Navy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spellbound
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Iron Medallion
Kilz
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Morro Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Morro Bay
#546B78
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666D99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Morro Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Morro Bay 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
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Morro Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Morro Bay have?
Morro Bay by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) 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 Morro Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Morro Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Morro Bay are Rush Hour by Behr (a near-identical match), Smoky Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Prussian Cadet by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Morro Bay'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 Morro Bay?
Morro Bay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Morro Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.