Ref. #55B4DE · DE5836
Sail Away
40%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sail Away Technical Profile
What color is Sail Away? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #55B4DE. Colors similar to Sail Away include Valspar BFF Blue, Kilz Azure Pool, Sherwin-Williams Flyway. Sail Away has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Sail Away depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Sail Away
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sail Away
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sail Away
#55B4DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7080C2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sail Away
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sail Away 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 Sail Away.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sail Away — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sail Away have?
Sail Away by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Sail Away from other brands?
The closest matches are BFF Blue by Valspar (#68B6E0), Azure Pool by Kilz (#67B0D7), Flyway by Sherwin-Williams (#5DB3D4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sail Away?
Sail Away has an LRV of 39.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sail Away's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.