Ribbon Blue 237-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #256180, 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.
Ref. #256180 · 237-7DB
Ribbon Blue
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ribbon Blue Technical Profile
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Ribbon Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ribbon 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 BoyRibbon Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBlue By You
Blue By You
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chintz
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Velvet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bermuda Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Harborside
Kilz
Very similar
Adriatic Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Blue Sea
Behr
Very similar
Blue Flame
PPG
Very similar
Job's Tears
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ribbon Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Ribbon 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ribbon Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ribbon Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ribbon Blue are Blue By You by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Chintz by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Velvet by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ribbon Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.