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North Cascades
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
North Cascades Technical Profile
What color is North Cascades? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #C4C3D1. Colors similar to North Cascades include Valspar Fragrant Lilac, Behr Satire, PPG Silverberry. North Cascades has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, North Cascades sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, North Cascades pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to North Cascades
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North Cascades
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Cascades
#C4C3D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Cascades
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North Cascades 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 North Cascades.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
North Cascades — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Cascades have?
North Cascades by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match North Cascades from other brands?
The closest matches are Fragrant Lilac by Valspar (#C4C4D1), Satire by Behr (#C2BFCC), Silverberry by PPG (#BEBBC9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of North Cascades?
North Cascades has an LRV of 55.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North Cascades's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.