Cold Embrace DEGR65 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C8C8C5, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Snowglory from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C8C8C5 · DEGR65
Cold Embrace
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cold Embrace Technical Profile
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Cold Embrace in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cold Embrace in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCold Embrace
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSnowglory
Snowglory
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Zircon
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silver Band
PPG
Nearly identical
Khaki Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fading Fog
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metro Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mexican Silver
Behr
Nearly identical
Moon Beam
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Filtered Shade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cold Embrace
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cold Embrace
#C8C8C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cold Embrace
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cold Embrace 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 Cold Embrace.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cold Embrace — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cold Embrace have?
Cold Embrace by Dunn-Edwards 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 Cold Embrace in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cold Embrace from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cold Embrace are Snowglory by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Zircon by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Silver Band by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cold Embrace'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 Cold Embrace?
Cold Embrace has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cold Embrace's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.