Blue Crab Claw 137-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B9DCE8, LRV 67 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Morning Glory from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9DCE8 · 137-2DB
Blue Crab Claw
67%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Crab Claw Technical Profile
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Blue Crab Claw in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Crab Claw in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyBlue Crab Claw
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMorning Glory
Morning Glory
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Journeys End
Behr
Nearly identical
Glacier Point
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Tradition
Valspar
Nearly identical
Afternoon Siesta Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Cotton Clouds
Kilz
Very similar
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bridgewater Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dream .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Crab Claw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Crab Claw
#B9DCE8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A89B8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Crab Claw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Crab Claw 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 Blue Crab Claw.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Crab Claw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Crab Claw have?
Blue Crab Claw 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 Blue Crab Claw in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Crab Claw from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Crab Claw are Morning Glory by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Journeys End by Behr (a near-identical match), Glacier Point by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Crab Claw'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 Blue Crab Claw?
Blue Crab Claw has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.3, 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 Blue Crab Claw's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.