Soothing Spring HDC-CL-23 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BDCBC7, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peridot Sparkle from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BDCBC7 · HDC-CL-23
Soothing Spring
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Soothing Spring Technical Profile
HEX Code#BDCBC7
RGB189, 203, 199
Estimated LRV57.7
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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#BCCBC5
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#C2CECA
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#BBCDC8
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#C2D1CB
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Rainwashed
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#C2CDC5
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Colors That Work With Soothing Spring
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soothing Spring
#BDCBC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A5AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soothing Spring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soothing Spring 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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Soothing Spring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soothing Spring have?
Soothing Spring by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Soothing Spring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soothing Spring are Peridot Sparkle by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Luna Light by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Coastal Mist by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Soothing Spring'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 Soothing Spring?
Soothing Spring has a estimated lightness value of 57.7, 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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