Absolute Zero N490-1 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CEE3E4, estimated LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zircon Ice from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CEE3E4 · N490-1
Absolute Zero
64%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Absolute Zero Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEE3E4
RGB206, 227, 228
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 Familyblue
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 →
Zircon Ice
Hirshfield's
#D0E4E5
Close digital match
Blue Phlox
PPG
#D2E6E8
Close digital match
Sea Glass
Kilz
#D1E5E4
Close digital match
Zircon Ice
Vista Paint
#D1E4E3
Close digital match
Bravo Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#D3E7E9
Close digital match
Morning Dew
Dutch Boy
#CBDFE2
Close digital match
Dreamy Clouds
Valspar
#C9DFDE
Close digital match
Ewing Blue
Benjamin Moore
#D1E3E1
Close digital match
Silver Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
#CADFDD
Close digital match
Dream .01
Colorhouse
#CAE9EE
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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
#CEE3E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8597AD
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
Other Behr colors close to Absolute Zero.
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Cross-brand colors in the blue 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 blue 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 Zircon Ice by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Blue Phlox by PPG (a close digital match), Blue Phlox by PPG (a close digital match) — 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Absolute Zero's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.