Rockets 233-4DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #84BDC6, LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peacock Feathers from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #84BDC6 · 233-4DB
Rockets
45%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rockets Technical Profile
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Rockets in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rockets in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyRockets
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePeacock Feathers
Peacock Feathers
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rapture Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cerulean Skies
Valspar
Very similar
Newport Blue
Behr
Very similar
Kingston Aqua
PPG
Very similar
Dripping Springs
Kilz
Very similar
Aquavit
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
More Water Please
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rockets
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rockets
#84BDC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8393AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rockets
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rockets 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 Rockets.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rockets — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rockets have?
Rockets 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 Rockets in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rockets from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rockets are Peacock Feathers by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pool Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Passion Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rockets'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 Rockets?
Rockets has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.4, 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
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 Rockets's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.