Ref. #73A4C6 · DE5850
Wandering River
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Wandering River Technical Profile
What color is Wandering River? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #73A4C6. Colors similar to Wandering River include Benjamin Moore San Francisco Bay, Vista Paint Sea of Atlantis, Hirshfield's Key West Zenith. Wandering River has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Wandering River depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Wandering River
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wandering River
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wandering River
#73A4C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F84B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wandering River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wandering River 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 Wandering River.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wandering River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wandering River have?
Wandering River by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Wandering River from other brands?
The closest matches are San Francisco Bay by Benjamin Moore (#7AA8C6), Sea of Atlantis by Vista Paint (#6BA0C0), Key West Zenith by Hirshfield's (#759FC1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wandering River?
Wandering River has an LRV of 34.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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