Ref. #BFD1C9 · DE5716
Rolling Waves
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rolling Waves Technical Profile
What color is Rolling Waves? It's a light cool neutral with the hex code #BFD1C9. Colors similar to Rolling Waves include Vista Paint D√©j√† vu, Sherwin-Williams Waterscape, Benjamin Moore Bali. Rolling Waves has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Rolling Waves sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Rolling Waves pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Rolling Waves
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rolling Waves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rolling Waves
#BFD1C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ABAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rolling Waves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rolling Waves 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 Rolling Waves.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rolling Waves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rolling Waves have?
Rolling Waves by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Rolling Waves from other brands?
The closest matches are Déjà vu by Vista Paint (#C0D2CB), Waterscape by Sherwin-Williams (#BFD2C9), Bali by Benjamin Moore (#BECFC6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rolling Waves?
Rolling Waves has an LRV of 60.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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