School'S Out 234-5DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #8EC2D0, 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.
Ref. #8EC2D0 · 234-5DB
School'S Out
49%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
School'S Out Technical Profile
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School'S Out in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to School'S Out in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySchool'S Out
Nearly identical
PPGSoft Bahama Blue
Soft Bahama Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Tidal Wave
Valspar
Nearly identical
Turquoise Powder
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
After the Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cosmic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Eastern Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dripping Springs
Kilz
Very similar
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Trisha’s Eyes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With School'S Out
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to School'S Out.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample School'S Out in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Tidal Wave by Valspar (a near-identical match), Turquoise Powder by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why School'S Out's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.