Rapid Waters 339-4DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #97A6BA, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Solitude from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97A6BA · 339-4DB
Rapid Waters
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rapid Waters Technical Profile
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Rapid Waters in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rapid Waters in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyRapid Waters
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSolitude
Solitude
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ashberry
Behr
Nearly identical
Citadel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Acier Tint
Valspar
Very similar
Inevitable
PPG
Very similar
Purpley Puff
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Pot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sea Lavender
Kilz
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rapid Waters
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rapid Waters
#97A6BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rapid Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rapid Waters 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 Rapid Waters.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rapid Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rapid Waters have?
Rapid Waters 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 Rapid Waters in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rapid Waters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rapid Waters are Solitude by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Ashberry by Behr (a near-identical match), Citadel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rapid Waters'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 Rapid Waters?
Rapid Waters has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.4, 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 Rapid Waters's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.