Bay Harbor Blue 234-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #5A8C98, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bell Blue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5A8C98 · 234-6DB
Bay Harbor Blue
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bay Harbor Blue Technical Profile
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Bay Harbor Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bay Harbor 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 BoyBay Harbor Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBell Blue
Bell Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cabana Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Ocean Voyage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dark Westwind Blue
PPG
Very similar
Manitou Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Baltic Sea
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Yacht Club
Kilz
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bay Harbor Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bay Harbor Blue
#5A8C98
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8AA8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bay Harbor Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bay Harbor 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 Bay Harbor 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.
Bay Harbor Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bay Harbor Blue have?
Bay Harbor 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 Bay Harbor Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bay Harbor Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bay Harbor Blue are Bell Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cabana Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Ocean Voyage by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bay Harbor 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 Bay Harbor Blue?
Bay Harbor Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bay Harbor Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.