Dragonfly
Dragonfly begins as a blue color on paper, then shifts with every surface, shadow and neighboring material. Its cool classification gives it a crisper edge that may become clearer beside warm timber, cream or brass. Move between the room imagery, color measurements and coordinating shades to build a fuller sense of how it might live in your space.
Hex
#72908dLRV
26.00
Dragonfly in Rooms
Follow Dragonfly from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 19 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
6 House Photos
Against roofing, masonry, timber, planting and trim, Dragonfly may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 26 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Front porch columns dressed in Dragonfly deliver a fresh, inviting curb appeal.
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3 Living Room Photos
The blue, grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let the movement from window light to lamplight and upholstery, timber, art and metal accents guide the final sample decision.
An accent wall in Dragonfly draws focus in the living room.
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Ceiling and wall treatments in Dragonfly establish a cohesive living space.
@housemclane
Deep walls in Dragonfly anchor the living room with understated elegance.
@rae_pb_robinson
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Dragonfly can change noticeably under light moving across doors, rails and recessed panels. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Kitchen cabinetry in Dragonfly offers contemporary style with practical sophistication.
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The kitchen island painted in Dragonfly becomes a striking focal point.
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Lower cabinets in Dragonfly balance upper white storage in this kitchen.
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1 Bathroom Photo
Dragonfly can change noticeably under window light, mirrors and focused task lighting. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Bathroom walls in Dragonfly create a spa-like, serene environment.
@the_bradcohen
4 Kitchen Photos
4 kitchen images place Dragonfly in a hardworking room where color meets movement and strong surfaces. An LRV of 26 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Kitchen walls in Dragonfly enhance natural light and open floor plans.
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Cabinetry in Dragonfly complements stainless steel appliances beautifully.
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Kitchen walls in Dragonfly work with marble countertops for refined elegance.
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Island cabinetry in Dragonfly anchors the kitchen with understated sophistication.
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1 Front Door Photo
These 1 front door image show how Dragonfly can sit beside hardware, glazing, masonry, timber and surrounding trim. Its blue undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
A bold front door painted in deep Dragonfly blue anchors this welcoming entryway.
@chelsea__annemarie
1 Misc Photo
Dragonfly brings its blue character into an assortment of spaces that reveals the color outside a single design formula. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Walls in Dragonfly create an intimate backdrop for modern living spaces.
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Similar Colors
At LRV 43 vs 26, Flint Smoke is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 26 vs 10, Dragonfly is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 26 vs 13, Dragonfly is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Transform your space with the captivating hue of Behr Dragonfly, PPU12-3. This rich and sophisticated color exudes a sense of tranquility and depth, creating a serene atmosphere in any room. Pair Dragonfly with soft neutrals like Whisper White and delicate blues like Clear Pond for a harmonious and modern look. For a bold and stylish contrast, combine Dragonfly with warm tones like Rustic Taupe or Deep Fire. 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