Early Frost CSP-590 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CACFD2, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Where there is Smoke from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CACFD2 · CSP-590
Early Frost
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Early Frost Technical Profile
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Early Frost in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Early Frost in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreEarly Frost
Nearly identical
Vista PaintWhere there is Smoke
Where there is Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
North Star
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bottlefly Wings
Valspar
Nearly identical
Quiet Rain
PPG
Nearly identical
Sacred Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Moonlit Walk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shiny Nickel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hush
Behr
Nearly identical
Brushed Metal
Kilz
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Early Frost
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Frost
#CACFD2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Frost
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early Frost 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Early Frost.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Early Frost — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Frost have?
Early Frost by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Early Frost in your own space before committing.
What colors match Early Frost from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Early Frost are Where there is Smoke by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), North Star by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Bottlefly Wings by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Early Frost'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 Early Frost?
Early Frost has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Early Frost's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.