Reef Encounter DE5733 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #00968F, LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Torrid Turquoise from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #00968F · DE5733
Reef Encounter
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Reef Encounter Technical Profile
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Reef Encounter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Reef Encounter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsReef Encounter
Nearly identical
PPGTorrid Turquoise
Torrid Turquoise
PPG
Nearly identical
Tropical Hideaway
Valspar
Nearly identical
Plumage
Behr
Nearly identical
Nifty Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gulf Shores
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Meringue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Time to Grow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Caribbean Splash
Kilz
Very similar
Adequate Aqua
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Reef Encounter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Reef Encounter
#00968F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#286AA1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Reef Encounter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Reef Encounter 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 Reef Encounter.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Reef Encounter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Reef Encounter have?
Reef Encounter 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 Reef Encounter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Reef Encounter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Reef Encounter are Torrid Turquoise by PPG (a near-identical match), Tropical Hideaway by Valspar (a near-identical match), Azure Tide by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Reef Encounter'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 Reef Encounter?
Reef Encounter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Reef Encounter's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.