Whispering Wind 1416 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D6DBE7, estimated LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mirror Ball from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D6DBE7 · 1416
Whispering Wind
71%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Whispering Wind Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6DBE7
RGB214, 219, 231
Estimated LRV70.7
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 Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Whispering Wind
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whispering Wind
#D6DBE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whispering Wind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whispering Wind 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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Whispering Wind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whispering Wind have?
Whispering Wind by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Whispering Wind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whispering Wind are Mirror Ball by Behr (a close digital match), Kindness by Valspar (a close digital match), Pale Lilac by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Whispering Wind'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 Whispering Wind?
Whispering Wind has a estimated lightness value of 70.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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