Ref. #DDF1EE · 2049-70
Icing on the Cake
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Icing on the Cake Technical Profile
What color is Icing on the Cake? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #DDF1EE. Colors similar to Icing on the Cake include Valspar Stillness, Behr Sparkling Spring, Behr Blue Bird Day. Icing on the Cake has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Icing on the Cake 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 Icing on the Cake
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Icing on the Cake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Icing on the Cake
#DDF1EE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#80A1B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Icing on the Cake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Icing on the Cake 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 Icing on the Cake.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Icing on the Cake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Icing on the Cake have?
Icing on the Cake by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Icing on the Cake from other brands?
The closest matches are Stillness by Valspar (#DAEFEB), Sparkling Spring by Behr (#DCF0EB), Blue Bird Day by Behr (#E0F5F1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Icing on the Cake?
Icing on the Cake has an LRV of 81.8, 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 Icing on the Cake's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.