About Blue 235-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C1DEE3, LRV 69 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bathe Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1DEE3 · 235-2DB
About Blue
69%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
About Blue Technical Profile
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About Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to About Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAbout Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBathe Blue
Bathe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Forever
Valspar
Nearly identical
Galactica
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Allure
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Monet Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Flowing Breeze
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Monet Magic
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Eastern Promise
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dream .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With About Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
About Blue
#C1DEE3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8292B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for About Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
About Blue 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to About Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
About Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does About Blue have?
About Blue by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample About Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match About Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to About Blue are Bathe Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Aviary Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Forever by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting About Blue'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 About Blue?
About Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 About Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.