Plunging Waterfall DE5751 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8CD4DF, LRV 58 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhythm and Blues from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8CD4DF · DE5751
Plunging Waterfall
58%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Plunging Waterfall Technical Profile
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Plunging Waterfall in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plunging Waterfall in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPlunging Waterfall
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRhythm and Blues
Rhythm and Blues
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Quiet Pond
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sky Watch
Behr
Nearly identical
Beach Sparkle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Quiet Pond
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cloudless
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Jeanita'S Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Faring Clear Blue
PPG
Very similar
Classic Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plunging Waterfall
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plunging Waterfall
#8CD4DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7690BC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plunging Waterfall
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plunging Waterfall 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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Plunging Waterfall — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plunging Waterfall have?
Plunging Waterfall by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Plunging Waterfall in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plunging Waterfall from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plunging Waterfall are Rhythm and Blues by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Quiet Pond by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Sky Watch by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Plunging Waterfall'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 Plunging Waterfall?
Plunging Waterfall has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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