First Snowfall 1618 is a off-white paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DBE1E4, estimated LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is White Lagoon from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DBE1E4 · 1618
First Snowfall
75%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
First Snowfall Technical Profile
HEX Code#DBE1E4
RGB219, 225, 228
Estimated LRV74.5
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 Familyoff-white
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With First Snowfall
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Snowfall
#DBE1E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Snowfall
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First Snowfall 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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First Snowfall — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Snowfall have?
First Snowfall by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 First Snowfall from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to First Snowfall are White Lagoon by PPG (a close digital match), Cloud Nine Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Wind Blown by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting First Snowfall'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 First Snowfall?
First Snowfall has a estimated lightness value of 74.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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