Ref. #B4E5EC · DE5750
Winter Escape
72%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Winter Escape Technical Profile
What color is Winter Escape? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B4E5EC. Colors similar to Winter Escape include Behr Essex Blue, Benjamin Moore Blue Seafoam, Benjamin Moore Serenity. Winter Escape has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Winter Escape reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Winter Escape
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Winter Escape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Escape
#B4E5EC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7590BD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Escape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Escape 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 Winter Escape.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Winter Escape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Escape have?
Winter Escape by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Winter Escape from other brands?
The closest matches are Essex Blue by Behr (#B2E4EC), Blue Seafoam by Benjamin Moore (#B0E4EA), Serenity by Benjamin Moore (#AFE2EB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Winter Escape?
Winter Escape has an LRV of 71.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Winter Escape's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.