The Big Blue 133-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #01828A, estimated LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glamour Daze from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #01828A · 133-7DB
The Big Blue
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
The Big Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#01828A
RGB1, 130, 138
Estimated LRV17.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#09838A
Close digital match
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#00828C
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#01818C
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#01858B
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Colors That Work With The Big Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
The Big Blue
#01828A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#275897
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for The Big Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
The Big 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
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The Big Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does The Big Blue have?
The Big Blue 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 The Big Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to The Big Blue are Glamour Daze by Kilz (a close digital match), Bay Teal by Valspar (a close digital match), Surf Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting The Big 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 The Big Blue?
The Big Blue has a estimated lightness value of 17.8, 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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