Polar Drift PPU14-17 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CBD4DB, 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.
Ref. #CBD4DB · PPU14-17
Polar Drift
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Polar Drift Technical Profile
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Polar Drift in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polar Drift in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPolar Drift
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyIced Iris
Iced Iris
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mild Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fostoria Glass Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tinsel Beam
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shiny Nickel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Northern Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Serene Setting
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Serene Setting
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polar Drift
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Polar Drift.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Polar Drift in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polar Drift from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polar Drift are Iced Iris by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Mild Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Fostoria Glass Blue by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Polar Drift's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.