Perfect Puddle 136-5DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #4EA4C0, estimated LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Chaise from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #4EA4C0 · 136-5DB
Perfect Puddle
32%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Perfect Puddle Technical Profile
HEX Code#4EA4C0
RGB78, 164, 192
Estimated LRV32.0
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 Perfect Puddle
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perfect Puddle
#4EA4C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C8BB6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perfect Puddle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perfect Puddle 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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Perfect Puddle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perfect Puddle have?
Perfect Puddle 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 Perfect Puddle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Perfect Puddle are Blue Chaise by Behr (a close digital match), North Pole Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Caspian Blue by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Perfect Puddle'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 Perfect Puddle?
Perfect Puddle has a estimated lightness value of 32.0, 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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