Ref. #B1BEB9 · HDC-NT-25
Dew
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dew Technical Profile
What color is Dew? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #B1BEB9. Colors similar to Dew include Benjamin Moore Beach Glass, Vista Paint Whirlwind, Hirshfield's Ocean Cruise. Dew has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Dew sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Dew pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Dew
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Beach Glass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Whirlwind
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ocean Cruise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Adieu
Valspar
Nearly identical
Patina Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fresh Eucalyptus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Frosty Jade Green Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Fair Maiden
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dew
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dew
#B1BEB9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A9AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dew
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dew 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 Dew.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dew — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dew have?
Dew by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dew from other brands?
The closest matches are Beach Glass by Benjamin Moore (#B4BFBA), Whirlwind by Vista Paint (#B7C3BF), Ocean Cruise by Hirshfield's (#ACB8B2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dew?
Dew has an LRV of 49.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Dew
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dew's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.