Ref. #536A79 · DE5803
Turbulent Sea
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Turbulent Sea Technical Profile
What color is Turbulent Sea? It's a deep cool neutral with the hex code #536A79. Colors similar to Turbulent Sea include Valspar Prussian Cadet, Vista Paint Cape Cod Bay, MPC Midnight In Nome. Turbulent Sea has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Turbulent Sea creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Turbulent Sea pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Turbulent Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Turbulent Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Turbulent Sea
#536A79
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666B99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Turbulent Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Turbulent Sea 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 Turbulent Sea.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Turbulent Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Turbulent Sea have?
Turbulent Sea by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Turbulent Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Prussian Cadet by Valspar (#526877), Cape Cod Bay by Vista Paint (#556E7F), Midnight In Nome by MPC (#506677). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Turbulent Sea?
Turbulent Sea has an LRV of 13.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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