Fluttering Blue 428-2DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BACBC9, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Babbling Brook from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BACBC9 · 428-2DB
Fluttering Blue
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fluttering Blue Technical Profile
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Fluttering Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fluttering Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyFluttering Blue
Nearly identical
PPGBabbling Brook
Babbling Brook
PPG
Nearly identical
Berry Mojito
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Soothing Spring
Behr
Nearly identical
Yarmouth Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sparkling Lake
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cape Hope
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Appleton
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tradewind
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wild Arctic
Kilz
Very similar
Water .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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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 undertone does Fluttering Blue have?
Fluttering Blue by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fluttering Blue in your own space before committing.
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) — the best options for getting Fluttering 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 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.
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Why Fluttering Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.