Dutch Boy® Paints, a leader and trusted name in the coatings industry, has announced Mapped Blue (429-5DB) as its 2025 One-Coat Color of the Year, in response to growing consumer interest in spaces that promote well-being and longevity. Alongside this announcement, Dutch Boy® Paints has also released its full Color Trends Forecast for 2025, which reflects the evolving concept of home and growing emphasis on thoughtful, enduring design choices that embrace personal values and support a more sustainable lifestyle.

Mapped Blue, the central color for each of Dutch Boy® Paints’ three distinct color trend palettes for 2025, is a versatile medium tone blue with subtle yellow undertones that provides a dependable foundation for homeowners’ evolving personal styles. Its stylish hue and adaptatility allow it to complement a wide range of colors and design aesthetics, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to craft thoughtful, long-lasting interiors that reflect their individual tastes.

“Our 2025 Color of the Year, Mapped Blue, is more than just a trend: it’s a reflection of changing consumer values,” stated Lisbeth Parada, Color Marketing Manager for Dutch Boy® Paints. “We’re seeing a significant shift, particularly among Millennials and Gen Zs, toward products that offer durability, functionality and timeless aesthetics. Mapped Blue answers this call, providing a classic yet modern charm that can adapt to various design styles and stand the test of time.” 

To complement the 2025 Color of the Year, Dutch Boy® Paints’ color experts have thoughtfully curated three distinct one-coat color palettes that balance classic a ppeal with modern sensibility, offering DIYers simple solutions through unique one-coat hide technology. Each palette features three unique one-coat hide colors, all centered around Mapped Blue, providing a cohesive foundation for diverse design styles.

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