Star Gazing 238-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #506B84, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Denim from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #506B84 · 238-6DB
Star Gazing
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Star Gazing Technical Profile
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Star Gazing in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Star Gazing in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyStar Gazing
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDenim
Denim
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dark Room
Behr
Nearly identical
Pleasant Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Periscope
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Atlantic Schooner
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Depths
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Midship Blue
PPG
Very similar
Bedford Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Star Gazing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Star Gazing
#506B84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B6C9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Star Gazing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Star Gazing 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 Star Gazing.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Star Gazing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Star Gazing have?
Star Gazing 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 Star Gazing in your own space before committing.
What colors match Star Gazing from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Star Gazing are Denim by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dark Room by Behr (a near-identical match), Revel Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Star Gazing'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 Star Gazing?
Star Gazing has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Star Gazing's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.