Bay Harbor Blue 234-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #5A8C98, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #5A8C98 · 234-6DB
Bay Harbor Blue
23%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bay Harbor Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#5A8C98
RGB90, 140, 152
Estimated LRV23.2
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Bay Harbor Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 close digital match), Cabana Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Ocean Voyage by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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