Thundercloud DE5774 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #698589, LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter in Paris from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #698589 · DE5774
Thundercloud
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Thundercloud Technical Profile
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Thundercloud in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thundercloud in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsThundercloud
Nearly identical
BehrWinter in Paris
Winter in Paris
Behr
Nearly identical
Puddle Jumper
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Echo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Refuge
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
River Cruise
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Northern Juniper
Valspar
Very similar
Pale Emerald
Kilz
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Polar Pond
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Lexington Blue
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thundercloud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thundercloud
#698589
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8DA8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thundercloud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thundercloud 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
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Thundercloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thundercloud have?
Thundercloud by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Thundercloud in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thundercloud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thundercloud are Winter in Paris by Behr (a near-identical match), Puddle Jumper by PPG (a near-identical match), Blue Echo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Thundercloud'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 Thundercloud?
Thundercloud has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.6, 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 Thundercloud's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.