Shaved Ice N490-3 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A7C7CD, LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is High Noon from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A7C7CD · N490-3
Shaved Ice
45%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Shaved Ice Technical Profile
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Shaved Ice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shaved Ice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShaved Ice
Nearly identical
ValsparHigh Noon
High Noon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lake Getaway
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wind Blown
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Paradiso
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gift of the Sea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tropical Lagoon
PPG
Very similar
Restful Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shaved Ice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shaved Ice
#A7C7CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shaved Ice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shaved Ice 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 Shaved Ice.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shaved Ice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shaved Ice have?
Shaved Ice by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shaved Ice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shaved Ice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shaved Ice are High Noon by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lake Getaway by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Wind Blown by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shaved Ice'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 Shaved Ice?
Shaved Ice has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Shaved Ice's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.