Ground Fog BNC-05 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D0D6D1, estimated LRV 60 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nelson Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D0D6D1 · BNC-05
Ground Fog
60%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ground Fog Technical Profile
HEX Code#D0D6D1
RGB208, 214, 209
Estimated LRV60.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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#CDD2CA
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Colors That Work With Ground Fog
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ground Fog
#D0D6D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ground Fog
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ground Fog 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
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Ground Fog — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ground Fog have?
Ground Fog by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Ground Fog from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ground Fog are Nelson Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Winter in Paris by Valspar (a close digital match), Silvery Moon by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ground Fog'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 Ground Fog?
Ground Fog has a estimated lightness value of 60.0, 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 Ground Fog's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.