Soothing Waves 333-2DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BDD3CE, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Déjà Vu from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDD3CE · 333-2DB
Soothing Waves
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soothing Waves Technical Profile
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Soothing Waves in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soothing Waves in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySoothing Waves
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDéjà Vu
Déjà Vu
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Highest Mountain Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Tidewater
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heavenly Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Déjà Vu
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Zero Gravity
Behr
Nearly identical
Wool .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Rolling Waves
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aquatic Edge
Valspar
Nearly identical
Baby Blanket
Kilz
Very similar
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soothing Waves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soothing Waves
#BDD3CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A2AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soothing Waves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soothing Waves 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
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More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soothing Waves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soothing Waves have?
Soothing Waves by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Soothing Waves in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soothing Waves from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soothing Waves are Déjà Vu by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Highest Mountain Mist by PPG (a near-identical match), Tidewater by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soothing Waves'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 Soothing Waves?
Soothing Waves has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Soothing Waves's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.