Cloud Computing is a true neutral — the rare paint color that doesn't push warm or cool, which makes it forgiving across mixed-lighting rooms and existing palettes. At LRV 60 it sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas, soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Skip it only if you specifically want a clear warm or cool bias — a true neutral stays intentionally undecided, which is the whole point.
Ref. #CBCCCC · DEGR61
Cloud Computing
60%LRV Value
Cloud Computing Technical Profile
What color is Dunn-Edwards Cloud Computing (DEGR61)? It's a light neutral gray — hex #CBCCCC, LRV 60. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Cloud Computing is Kilz Silverado — a near-identical match on the wall, with Kilz Brushed Metal and Behr Chicago Fog also close. At LRV 60, Cloud Computing sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Cloud Computing is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. As a lighter neutral, Cloud Computing works as a whole-room or trim color and keeps adjoining colors reading clean — pair it with crisper whites a step brighter than itself so the trim still separates. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically. Lighter neutrals reveal their undertone most, so Cloud Computing can swing warmer under 2700K bulbs and cleaner under 4000K daylight — sample it against your trim before committing.
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Colors Similar to Cloud Computing
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cloud Computing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cloud Computing
#CBCCCC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cloud Computing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cloud Computing 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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Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Cloud Computing.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cloud Computing — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Cloud Computing from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cloud Computing are Silverado by Kilz (a near-identical match), Brushed Metal by Kilz (a near-identical match), Chicago Fog by Behr (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Cloud Computing's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Cloud Computing?
Cloud Computing has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.2, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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