Aviator Blue 237-3DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B9D6E5, LRV 64 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mediterranean Breeze from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9D6E5 · 237-3DB
Aviator Blue
64%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aviator Blue Technical Profile
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Aviator Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aviator 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 BoyAviator Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMediterranean Breeze
Mediterranean Breeze
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blooming Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Siesta Key Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Millstream
Behr
Nearly identical
Adrift
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dockside
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mountain Stream
Kilz
Very similar
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aviator Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aviator Blue
#B9D6E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D86B5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aviator Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aviator 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 Aviator 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.
Aviator Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aviator Blue have?
Aviator 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 Aviator Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aviator Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aviator Blue are Mediterranean Breeze by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blooming Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Siesta Key Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aviator 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 Aviator Blue?
Aviator Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.1, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aviator Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.