School'S Out 234-5DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #8EC2D0, estimated LRV 49 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Bahama Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #8EC2D0 · 234-5DB
School'S Out
49%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
School'S Out Technical Profile
HEX Code#8EC2D0
RGB142, 194, 208
Estimated LRV48.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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#8FC1D0
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#8BC4D1
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Colors That Work With School'S Out
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
School'S Out
#8EC2D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#808EB2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for School'S Out
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
School'S Out 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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School'S Out — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does School'S Out have?
School'S Out 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 School'S Out from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to School'S Out are Soft Bahama Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Tidal Wave by Valspar (a close digital match), Turquoise Powder by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting School'S Out'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 School'S Out?
School'S Out has a estimated lightness value of 48.9, 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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