Briney Blue 335-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BED6DD, estimated LRV 64 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Icicles from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #BED6DD · 335-2DB
Briney Blue
64%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Briney Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#BED6DD
RGB190, 214, 221
Estimated LRV64.3
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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Compare alternatives to Briney Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Icicles
Behr
#BCD5DB
Close digital match
Ashwood Gray
Benjamin Moore
#BAD4DB
Close digital match
Subtle Breeze
Kilz
#C2D9DF
Close digital match
Biscayne Blue
PPG
#BBD6DE
Close digital match
Bahama Breezes
Valspar
#C0D6DE
Close digital match
Atmospheric
Sherwin-Williams
#C2DAE0
Close digital match
Seaside Pleasure
Vista Paint
#B9D4DB
Close digital match
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
#C2D7DF
Close digital match
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
#BCD7E2
Close digital match
Water .03
Colorhouse
#BBD0D2
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Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
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Colors That Work With Briney Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Briney Blue
#BED6DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8590AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Briney Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Briney 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
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Briney Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Briney Blue have?
Briney 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 Briney Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Briney Blue are Icicles by Behr (a close digital match), Ashwood Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Subtle Breeze by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Briney 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 Briney Blue?
Briney Blue has a estimated lightness value of 64.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Briney Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.