Northern Star 610C-1 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DAECFC, estimated LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cloudless from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #DAECFC · 610C-1
Northern Star
74%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Northern Star Technical Profile
HEX Code#DAECFC
RGB218, 236, 252
Estimated LRV74.0
UndertoneNeutral
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#D6EAFC
Close digital match
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#D7E8F4
Close digital match
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#D8E6F3
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Colors That Work With Northern Star
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Star
#DAECFC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6568CD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Star 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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Northern Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Star have?
Northern Star by Behr has a neutral 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 Northern Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Northern Star are Cloudless by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Dewdrop by Valspar (a close digital match), White Satin by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Northern Star'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 Northern Star?
Northern Star has a estimated lightness value of 74.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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