Polar Drift PPU14-17 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CBD4DB, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iced Iris from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CBD4DB · PPU14-17
Polar Drift
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Polar Drift Technical Profile
HEX Code#CBD4DB
RGB203, 212, 219
Estimated LRV64.9
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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#CAD4DB
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#CBD2D9
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#CED8DF
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#CAD5DE
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#CCD3D8
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#C5D1D8
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Colors That Work With Polar Drift
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polar Drift
#CBD4DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8587AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polar Drift
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polar Drift 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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Polar Drift — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polar Drift have?
Polar Drift by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Polar Drift from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polar Drift are Iced Iris by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Mild Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Fostoria Glass Blue by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Polar Drift'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 Polar Drift?
Polar Drift has a estimated lightness value of 64.9, 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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