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Ice Blue
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ice Blue Technical Profile
What color is Ice Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #D6ECEB. Colors similar to Ice Blue include PPG Seaspray, Behr Icicle Mint, PPG Plateau. Ice Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Ice Blue reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Ice Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ice Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ice Blue
#D6ECEB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839BAF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ice Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ice Blue 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 Ice Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ice Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ice Blue have?
Ice Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Ice Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Seaspray by PPG (#D2EBEA), Icicle Mint by Behr (#D0E9E9), Plateau by PPG (#D3E7E5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ice Blue?
Ice Blue has an LRV of 80.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Ice Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.