Ribbon Blue 237-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #256180, estimated LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue By You from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #256180 · 237-7DB
Ribbon Blue
11%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ribbon Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#256180
RGB37, 97, 128
Estimated LRV10.5
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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Blue By You
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#2C6480
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#106081
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#0D6183
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Colors That Work With Ribbon Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ribbon Blue
#256180
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#485490
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ribbon Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ribbon 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
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Ribbon Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ribbon Blue have?
Ribbon Blue 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 Ribbon Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ribbon Blue are Blue By You by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Chintz by Valspar (a close digital match), Blue Velvet by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ribbon 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 Ribbon Blue?
Ribbon Blue has a estimated lightness value of 10.5, 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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