Prim Blue DE5898 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B9C4DE, LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Agapanthus from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9C4DE · DE5898
Prim Blue
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Prim Blue Technical Profile
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Prim Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Prim Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPrim Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAgapanthus
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
My Serendipity
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Genevieve
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Over the Moon
Valspar
Nearly identical
April Morning
Kilz
Nearly identical
Feather Soft
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Stemware
PPG
Nearly identical
Genevieve
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sweet Juliet
Behr
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prim Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prim Blue
#B9C4DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C83AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prim Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prim Blue 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 Prim Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prim Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prim Blue have?
Prim Blue by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Prim Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Prim Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prim Blue are Agapanthus by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), My Serendipity by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Genevieve by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Prim Blue'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 Prim Blue?
Prim Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Prim Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.