Crystal Beach 135-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C3E1E5, estimated LRV 71 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bathe Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C3E1E5 · 135-2DB
Crystal Beach
71%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Crystal Beach Technical Profile
HEX Code#C3E1E5
RGB195, 225, 229
Estimated LRV71.1
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 Crystal Beach
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crystal Beach
#C3E1E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8193B1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crystal Beach
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crystal Beach 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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Crystal Beach — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crystal Beach have?
Crystal Beach 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 Crystal Beach from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crystal Beach are Bathe Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Aviary Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Tropical Spray by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crystal Beach'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 Crystal Beach?
Crystal Beach has a estimated lightness value of 71.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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