Ref. #BFC9D0 · DE6331
Bay of Hope
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bay of Hope Technical Profile
What color is Bay of Hope? It's a light cool neutral with the hex code #BFC9D0. Colors similar to Bay of Hope include Sherwin-Williams Upward, Benjamin Moore Iced Slate, MPC Mediterranean Sky. Bay of Hope has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Bay of Hope 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 cool neutral, Bay of Hope pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Bay of Hope
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bay of Hope
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bay of Hope
#BFC9D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bay of Hope
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bay of Hope 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Bay of Hope.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bay of Hope — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bay of Hope have?
Bay of Hope by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Bay of Hope from other brands?
The closest matches are Upward by Sherwin-Williams (#BFC9D0), Iced Slate by Benjamin Moore (#C2CBD2), Mediterranean Sky by MPC (#C3CDD5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bay of Hope?
Bay of Hope has an LRV of 57.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bay of Hope's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.