Turbulent Sea DE5803 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #536A79, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prussian Cadet from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #536A79 · DE5803
Turbulent Sea
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Turbulent Sea Technical Profile
HEX Code#536A79
RGB83, 106, 121
Estimated LRV13.5
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Turbulent Sea
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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
Digital 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
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Turbulent Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Turbulent Sea have?
Turbulent Sea by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Turbulent Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Turbulent Sea are Prussian Cadet by Valspar (a close digital match), Cape Cod Bay by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Rush Hour by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Turbulent Sea'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 Turbulent Sea?
Turbulent Sea has a estimated lightness value of 13.5, 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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