Absolute Zero N490-1 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CBD3D5, estimated LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Salina Springs from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CBD3D5 · N490-1
Absolute Zero
64%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Absolute Zero Technical Profile
HEX Code#CBD3D5
RGB203, 211, 213
Estimated LRV64.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Absolute Zero
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Salina Springs
Dunn-Edwards
#CAD2D4
Nearly identical
Misty Evening Silver
PPG
#CBD4D7
Nearly identical
Palace Pearl
Benjamin Moore
#C7D1D3
Nearly identical
North Star
Sherwin-Williams
#CAD0D2
Nearly identical
Silver Shores
Dutch Boy
#C8D2D3
Nearly identical
Still Pool
Vista Paint
#CAD0D3
Nearly identical
Highlights
Valspar
#C9D0D4
Nearly identical
Polished Cotton
Hirshfield's
#C7D4D7
Nearly identical
Borrowed Light
Farrow & Ball
#D5DBDB
Very similar
Northern Sky
Kilz
#C9D6DD
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
#C1CDCD
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Absolute Zero
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Absolute Zero
#CBD3D5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Absolute Zero
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Absolute Zero 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 Behr Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Absolute Zero — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Absolute Zero have?
Absolute Zero by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Absolute Zero from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Absolute Zero are Salina Springs by Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical in our digital data), Misty Evening Silver by PPG (nearly identical in our digital data), Mount Sterling by Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Absolute Zero'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 Absolute Zero?
Absolute Zero has a estimated lightness value of 64.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Absolute Zero's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.