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Dunn-Edwards Beaded Blue
DE5909 · #494D8B · LRV ~8.6
Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue (~97% proximity)Beaded Blue (DE5909) is a deep blue from Dunn-Edwards, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 8.6 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue (~97% proximity).
Closest tone to Beaded Blue in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
8.6 · Very dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
DE5909
HEX
#494D8B
RGB
73, 77, 139
HSL
236°, 31%, 42%
Family
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Beaded Blue FAQ
What is the LRV of Beaded Blue?
Beaded Blue has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 8.6 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Beaded Blue in other brands?
Benjamin Moore: Scandinavian Blue (2068-30), ~97% proximity; Valspar: Blue Ember (8001-47F), ~95% proximity; Behr: Canyon Iris (P540-7), ~92% proximity; Glidden: Crushed Velvet (PPG1245-7), ~91% proximity; PPG: Crushed Velvet (PPG1245-7), ~90% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Morning Glory (SW 6971), ~85% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Valiant Violet (HGSW6818), ~79% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Wine Dark (No. 308), ~40% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Beaded Blue?
The HEX code of Beaded Blue (DE5909) is #494D8B, RGB 73, 77, 139. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.