Nelson Blue CW-635 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CFD7D1, LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter in Paris from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFD7D1 · CW-635
Nelson Blue
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nelson Blue Technical Profile
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Nelson Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nelson Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNelson Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparWinter in Paris
Winter in Paris
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pond Ice
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wind Fresh White
Behr
Nearly identical
Sculptural Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silver Maple
PPG
Nearly identical
Calm Breeze
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Calm Breeze
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kingston
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cool Fog
Kilz
Very similar
Bisque .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nelson Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nelson Blue
#CFD7D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Nelson Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nelson 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 Nelson Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nelson Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nelson Blue have?
Nelson Blue 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 Nelson Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nelson Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nelson Blue are Winter in Paris by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pond Ice by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Wind Fresh White by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nelson Blue'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 Nelson Blue?
Nelson Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.5, 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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