Reef Encounter DE5733 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #00968F, estimated 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.
Dunn-Edwards · #00968F · DE5733
Reef Encounter
24%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Reef Encounter Technical Profile
HEX Code#00968F
RGB0, 150, 143
Estimated LRV23.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Reef Encounter
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Reef Encounter
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Reef Encounter Room Palettes
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Reef Encounter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Reef Encounter are Torrid Turquoise by PPG (a close digital match), Tropical Hideaway by Valspar (a close digital match), Azure Tide by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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