Making Waves 138-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #017CB2, estimated LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glacier Lake from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #017CB2 · 138-7DB
Making Waves
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Making Waves Technical Profile
HEX Code#017CB2
RGB1, 124, 178
Estimated LRV17.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Making Waves
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Making Waves
#017CB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2F49B7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Making Waves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Making Waves 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
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Making Waves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Making Waves have?
Making Waves by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Making Waves from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Making Waves are Glacier Lake by Behr (a close digital match), North Sea by PPG (a close digital match), Living Stream by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Making Waves'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 Making Waves?
Making Waves has a estimated lightness value of 17.6, 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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