Ref. #F2F8F0 · 780E-1
Billowy Down
87%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Billowy Down Technical Profile
What color is Billowy Down? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #F2F8F0. Colors similar to Billowy Down include Vista Paint White Echo, Vista Paint Elegant Satin, Vista Paint Waterfall Mist. Billowy Down has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 87, Billowy Down reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Billowy Down
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Billowy Down
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Billowy Down
#F2F8F0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83AF8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Billowy Down
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Billowy Down 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 Billowy Down.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Billowy Down — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Billowy Down have?
Billowy Down by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Billowy Down from other brands?
The closest matches are White Echo by Vista Paint (#EDF4EC), Elegant Satin by Vista Paint (#EEF4EA), Waterfall Mist by Vista Paint (#ECF2EA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Billowy Down?
Billowy Down has an LRV of 87.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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