Ref. #5187A0 · DE5809
Raging Tide
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Raging Tide Technical Profile
What color is Raging Tide? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #5187A0. Colors similar to Raging Tide include Sherwin-Williams Secure Blue, Valspar Roadster Blue, Kilz Blue Eyed Beauty. Raging Tide has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Raging Tide 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 Raging Tide
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Raging Tide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Raging Tide
#5187A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C84A8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Raging Tide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Raging Tide 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 Raging Tide.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Raging Tide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Raging Tide have?
Raging Tide by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Raging Tide from other brands?
The closest matches are Secure Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#5389A1), Roadster Blue by Valspar (#5A859E), Blue Eyed Beauty by Kilz (#4289A8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Raging Tide?
Raging Tide has an LRV of 21.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Raging Tide's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.