Ref. #D0D6D1 · BNC-05
Ground Fog
60%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ground Fog Technical Profile
What color is Ground Fog? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #D0D6D1. Colors similar to Ground Fog include Benjamin Moore Nelson Blue, Valspar Winter in Paris, Benjamin Moore Silvery Moon. Ground Fog has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Ground Fog 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, Ground Fog 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 Ground Fog
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Nelson Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter in Paris
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Fox
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cool Fog
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sea Salt
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Whispering Waterfall
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ground Fog
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ground Fog.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ground Fog — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ground Fog have?
Ground Fog by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ground Fog from other brands?
The closest matches are Nelson Blue by Benjamin Moore (#CFD7D1), Winter in Paris by Valspar (#CFD7D1), Silvery Moon by Benjamin Moore (#D0D5D2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ground Fog?
Ground Fog has an LRV of 60.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Ground Fog's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.