Petrol Blue 234-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #285966, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Galpagos Turquoise from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #285966 · 234-7DB
Petrol Blue
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Petrol Blue Technical Profile
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Petrol Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Petrol 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 BoyPetrol Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGalpagos Turquoise
Galpagos Turquoise
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Petro Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Connor's Lakefront
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shaded Lake
Valspar
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Emerald
PPG
Very similar
Azure Blue
RAL
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Vista Paint
Very similar
After the Storm
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Petrol Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Petrol Blue
#285966
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#47567A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Petrol Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Petrol 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 Petrol 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.
Petrol Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Petrol Blue have?
Petrol Blue by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) 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 Petrol Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Petrol Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Petrol Blue are Galpagos Turquoise by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Petro Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Bermuda Turquoise by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Petrol 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 Petrol Blue?
Petrol Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Petrol Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.