Shoreline Drive DEFD56 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4D70A9, LRV 16 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Atlantic Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D70A9 · DEFD56
Shoreline Drive
16%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Shoreline Drive Technical Profile
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Shoreline Drive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shoreline Drive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsShoreline Drive
Nearly identical
BehrAtlantic Blue
Atlantic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Azurite
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cenote
PPG
Nearly identical
Capri Isle
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Capri Isle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sapphire Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Burbling Brook
Valspar
Very similar
Nile Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shoreline Drive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shoreline Drive
#4D70A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#827DAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shoreline Drive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shoreline Drive 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 Shoreline Drive.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shoreline Drive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shoreline Drive have?
Shoreline Drive by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) 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 Shoreline Drive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shoreline Drive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shoreline Drive are Atlantic Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Azurite by Kilz (a near-identical match), New Age Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shoreline Drive'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 Shoreline Drive?
Shoreline Drive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.0, 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 Shoreline Drive's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.