Ice Formations 973 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CCC7B9, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pumice Stone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CCC7B9 · 973
Ice Formations
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ice Formations Technical Profile
HEX Code#CCC7B9
RGB204, 199, 185
Estimated LRV55.1
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 Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#CDC9BB
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Colors That Work With Ice Formations
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ice Formations
#CCC7B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ice Formations
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ice Formations 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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Ice Formations — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ice Formations have?
Ice Formations by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Ice Formations from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ice Formations are Pumice Stone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Simple Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Useful Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ice Formations'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 Ice Formations?
Ice Formations has a estimated lightness value of 55.1, 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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