John's Blue DCP-0617 is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #97B2CD, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celestial from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97B2CD · DCP-0617
John's Blue
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
John's Blue Technical Profile
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John's Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to John's 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 BoyJohn's Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCelestial
Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Suede
Behr
Nearly identical
Paris Sky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Moonglow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Beecher Falls
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Very similar
Misted Eve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Calm Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Summer
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With John's Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
John's Blue
#97B2CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8484AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for John's Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
John's 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 John's Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
John's Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does John's Blue have?
John's Blue 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 John's Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match John's Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to John's Blue are Celestial by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Suede by Behr (a near-identical match), Paris Sky Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting John's 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 John's Blue?
John's Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why John's Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.