Icicles N490-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BCD5DB, estimated LRV 55 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashwood Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BCD5DB · N490-2
Icicles
55%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Icicles Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCD5DB
RGB188, 213, 219
Estimated LRV55.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#BAD4DB
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#B9D4DB
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#BED6DD
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#BBD6DE
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#C2D9DF
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#C2DAE0
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#C0D6DE
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Colors That Work With Icicles
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Icicles
#BCD5DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Icicles
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Icicles 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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Icicles — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Icicles have?
Icicles by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Icicles from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Icicles are Ashwood Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Seaside Pleasure by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Briney Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Icicles'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 Icicles?
Icicles has a estimated lightness value of 55.0, 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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