Slighted Blue 238-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C3D7E2, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Pearl from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3D7E2 · 238-2DB
Slighted Blue
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Slighted Blue Technical Profile
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Slighted Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slighted 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 BoySlighted Blue
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Pearl
Blue Pearl
PPG
Nearly identical
Soft Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Easy on the Eyes
Valspar
Nearly identical
Simple Serenity
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Snow Lodge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Simple Serenity
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Refreshing
Kilz
Nearly identical
Moonmist
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Sky Light View
Behr
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slighted Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slighted Blue
#C3D7E2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#848AAE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slighted Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slighted 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 Slighted 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.
Slighted Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slighted Blue have?
Slighted Blue by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Slighted Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slighted Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slighted Blue are Blue Pearl by PPG (a near-identical match), Magic Wand by PPG (a near-identical match), Soft Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slighted 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 Slighted Blue?
Slighted Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Slighted Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.