Ref. #CAC7C4 · DEC790
Ice Gray
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ice Gray Technical Profile
What color is Ice Gray? It's a light neutral gray with the hex code #CAC7C4. Colors similar to Ice Gray include Vista Paint Silver Queen, Kilz Boardwalk, Hirshfield's Place Of Dust. Ice Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Ice Gray sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Ice Gray 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 Ice Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ice Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ice Gray
#CAC7C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ice Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ice Gray 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 Ice Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ice Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ice Gray have?
Ice Gray by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ice Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Silver Queen by Vista Paint (#CAC8C4), Boardwalk by Kilz (#C8C6C2), Place Of Dust by Hirshfield's (#C6C3C0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ice Gray?
Ice Gray 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 Ice Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.