Ref. #D5E2DD · 780E-3
Sterling
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sterling Technical Profile
What color is Sterling? It's a light cool off-white with the hex code #D5E2DD. Colors similar to Sterling include PPG Morning Breeze, Dunn-Edwards Fizzle, Hirshfield's Mellow Blue. Sterling has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Sterling sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Sterling pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Sterling
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sterling
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sterling
#D5E2DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A9AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sterling
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sterling 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 Sterling.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sterling — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sterling have?
Sterling by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Sterling from other brands?
The closest matches are Morning Breeze by PPG (#D5E3DE), Fizzle by Dunn-Edwards (#D8E4DE), Mellow Blue by Hirshfield's (#D7E2DD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sterling?
Sterling has an LRV of 65.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sterling's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.