Ref. #D5D7D9 · DE6352
December Sky
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
December Sky Technical Profile
What color is December Sky? It's a light neutral gray with the hex code #D5D7D9. Colors similar to December Sky include Behr Gray Shimmer, Kilz Genesis, Vista Paint White Palace. December Sky has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, December Sky sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. December Sky 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. 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.
Colors Similar to December Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With December Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
December Sky
#D5D7D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for December Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
December Sky 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 December Sky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
December Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does December Sky have?
December Sky by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match December Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Shimmer by Behr (#D4D6D7), Genesis by Kilz (#D3D4D6), White Palace by Vista Paint (#D4D4D5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of December Sky?
December Sky has an LRV of 67.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why December Sky's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.