The Blues DE5859 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #296A9D, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bowen Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #296A9D · DE5859
The Blues
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
The Blues Technical Profile
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The Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to The Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsThe Blues
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBowen Blue
Bowen Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
In the Nick
Valspar
Nearly identical
Paddington Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lovely Lapis
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bowen Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mondrian Blue
Behr
Very similar
Beyond The Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Starry Night
PPG
Very similar
Blue Chip
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With The Blues
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
The Blues
#296A9D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5156A8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for The Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
The Blues 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 The Blues.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
The Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does The Blues have?
The Blues by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 The Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match The Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to The Blues are Bowen Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), In the Nick by Valspar (a near-identical match), Paddington Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting The Blues'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 The Blues?
The Blues has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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 The Blues's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.