Estuary 235-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #488AA3, LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Secure Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #488AA3 · 235-6DB
Estuary
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Estuary Technical Profile
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Estuary in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Estuary in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyEstuary
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSecure Blue
Secure Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Eyed Beauty
Kilz
Nearly identical
Raging Tide
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Daisy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dark Westwind Blue
PPG
Very similar
Havasu
Behr
Very similar
Blue China
Valspar
Very similar
Puerto Mio
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Bliss
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Estuary
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Estuary
#488AA3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7581A9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Estuary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Estuary 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 Estuary.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Estuary — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Estuary have?
Estuary 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 Estuary in your own space before committing.
What colors match Estuary from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Estuary are Secure Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Eyed Beauty by Kilz (a near-identical match), Raging Tide by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Estuary'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 Estuary?
Estuary has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.2, 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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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 Estuary's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.