San Gabriel Blue DET557 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #2F6679, LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pearl Gentian Blue from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2F6679 · DET557
San Gabriel Blue
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
San Gabriel Blue Technical Profile
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San Gabriel Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to San Gabriel Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSan Gabriel Blue
Nearly identical
RALPearl Gentian Blue
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
Bainbridge Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nostalgic Evening
Behr
Nearly identical
Caribbean Dream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wild River
Kilz
Very similar
Dragon's Lair
Valspar
Very similar
Georgian Bay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jamaican Dream
PPG
Very similar
Oasis Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With San Gabriel Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
San Gabriel Blue
#2F6679
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#515F8A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for San Gabriel Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
San Gabriel Blue 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 San Gabriel Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
San Gabriel Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does San Gabriel Blue have?
San Gabriel Blue 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 San Gabriel Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match San Gabriel Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to San Gabriel Blue are Pearl Gentian Blue by RAL (a near-identical match), Bainbridge Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Nostalgic Evening by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting San Gabriel Blue'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 San Gabriel Blue?
San Gabriel Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why San Gabriel Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.