Ref. #206D71 · DE5741
Peacock Plume
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Peacock Plume Technical Profile
What color is Peacock Plume? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #206D71. Colors similar to Peacock Plume include Benjamin Moore North Sea Green, Valspar Gypsy Teal, Kilz Teal Treat. Peacock Plume has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Peacock Plume 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 Peacock Plume
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peacock Plume
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peacock Plume
#206D71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#415F83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peacock Plume
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peacock Plume 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 Peacock Plume.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peacock Plume — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peacock Plume have?
Peacock Plume by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Peacock Plume from other brands?
The closest matches are North Sea Green by Benjamin Moore (#246E74), Gypsy Teal by Valspar (#17686B), Teal Treat by Kilz (#297077). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Peacock Plume?
Peacock Plume has an LRV of 12.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Peacock Plume's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.