Ref. #D2E9F2 · S520-1
Pale Cornflower
68%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pale Cornflower Technical Profile
What color is Pale Cornflower? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #D2E9F2. Colors similar to Pale Cornflower include Benjamin Moore Cumulus Cotton, Benjamin Moore Caribbean Mist, Dunn-Edwards Ice Cold. Pale Cornflower has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Pale Cornflower sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Pale Cornflower
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Cornflower
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Cornflower
#D2E9F2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7786BB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Cornflower
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Cornflower 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 Pale Cornflower.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Cornflower — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Cornflower have?
Pale Cornflower by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Pale Cornflower from other brands?
The closest matches are Cumulus Cotton by Benjamin Moore (#D4E9F2), Caribbean Mist by Benjamin Moore (#CEE8F2), Ice Cold by Dunn-Edwards (#D2EAF1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pale Cornflower?
Pale Cornflower has an LRV of 68.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Cornflower's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.