Tint of Blue 236-1DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D5E5E7, LRV 76 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spa Retreat from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5E5E7 · 236-1DB
Tint of Blue
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tint of Blue Technical Profile
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Tint of Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tint of 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 BoyTint of Blue
Nearly identical
BehrSpa Retreat
Spa Retreat
Behr
Nearly identical
Aqua Sparkle
PPG
Nearly identical
Aqua Ice
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blown Glass
Valspar
Nearly identical
Caribbean Sky
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Polar Ice
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Iceberg
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Smoke and Mirrors
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Zircon Ice
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Air .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sizing
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tint of Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tint of Blue
#D5E5E7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tint of Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tint of 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 Tint of 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.
Tint of Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tint of Blue have?
Tint of 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 Tint of Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tint of Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tint of Blue are Spa Retreat by Behr (a near-identical match), Aqua Sparkle by PPG (a near-identical match), Aqua Ice by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tint of 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 Tint of Blue?
Tint of Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 76.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Tint of Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.