Delectable Aqua 233-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C3DEDD, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peek a Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3DEDD · 233-2DB
Delectable Aqua
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Delectable Aqua Technical Profile
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Delectable Aqua in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Delectable Aqua in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDelectable Aqua
Nearly identical
BehrPeek a Blue
Peek a Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Bird's Egg
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aqua Whisper
PPG
Nearly identical
Meander Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Iced Teal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tropical Spray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Monet Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Eastern Promise
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Delectable Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Delectable Aqua
#C3DEDD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Delectable Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Delectable Aqua 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 Delectable Aqua.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Delectable Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Delectable Aqua have?
Delectable Aqua by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Delectable Aqua in your own space before committing.
What colors match Delectable Aqua from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Delectable Aqua are Peek a Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Bird's Egg by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Aqua Whisper by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Delectable Aqua'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 Delectable Aqua?
Delectable Aqua has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.1, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Delectable Aqua's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.