Fluttering Blue reads as crisp and architectural — strong in modern spaces, with natural fixed elements (chrome, stone, glass), or as a quiet anchor. At LRV 57 it sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas, soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Skip it if you want a cozy, warm room — cool neutrals can feel sterile under warm bulbs or in low light.
Ref. #BACBC9 · 428-2DB
Fluttering Blue
57%LRV Value
Fluttering Blue Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Fluttering Blue (428-2DB)? It's a light cool gray — hex #BACBC9, LRV 57. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Fluttering Blue is PPG Babbling Brook — a near-identical match on the wall, with Dunn-Edwards Berry Mojito and Behr Soothing Spring also close. At LRV 57, Fluttering Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Fluttering Blue pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. As a lighter neutral, Fluttering Blue works as a whole-room or trim color and keeps adjoining colors reading clean — pair it with crisper whites a step brighter than itself so the trim still separates. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone. Lighter neutrals reveal their undertone most, so Fluttering Blue can swing warmer under 2700K bulbs and cleaner under 4000K daylight — sample it against your trim before committing.
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Colors Similar to Fluttering Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fluttering Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fluttering Blue
#BACBC9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fluttering Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fluttering 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Fluttering Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fluttering Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Fluttering Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fluttering Blue are Babbling Brook by PPG (a near-identical match), Berry Mojito by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Soothing Spring by Behr (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Fluttering Blue's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Fluttering Blue?
Fluttering Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.4, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Fluttering Blue depends on the room. Here's how to choose.