Neptune'S Folly 240-4DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #90A1C5, estimated LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ash Violet from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #90A1C5 · 240-4DB
Neptune'S Folly
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Neptune'S Folly Technical Profile
HEX Code#90A1C5
RGB144, 161, 197
Estimated LRV35.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Neptune'S Folly
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Neptune'S Folly
#90A1C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Neptune'S Folly
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Neptune'S Folly Room Palettes
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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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Neptune'S Folly — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Neptune'S Folly have?
Neptune'S Folly by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Neptune'S Folly from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Neptune'S Folly are Ash Violet by Behr (a close digital match), Pressed Violet by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Neptune'S Folly'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 Neptune'S Folly?
Neptune'S Folly has a estimated lightness value of 35.5, 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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