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. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Ice Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Ice Gray (#CAC7C4) by Dunn-Edwards is a light gray paint color with a understated, nearly neutral quality. It delivers a bright, welcoming quality that keeps interiors feeling fresh. On the temperature spectrum this shade stays balanced between warm and cool, making it exceptionally versatile. Its RGB channels are closely balanced, contributing to its neutral, even-keeled visual character. Its Light Reflectance Value of 78 means it reflects a healthy amount of light, keeping spaces bright without feeling stark. Light neutrals like this are go-to choices for whole-home color schemes, working seamlessly in living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and hallways without competing with decor. Eggshell or satin finishes complement light tones nicely, balancing a subtle sheen with durability for high-traffic areas. As a balanced neutral, Ice Gray coordinates with virtually any accent color — from warm golds and blush to cool blues and greens. Its neutral undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Dunn-Edwards is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from Vista Paint, Kilz, Hirshfield's and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Ice Gray offers effortless elegance — it recedes gracefully, supporting any décor direction from modern farmhouse to contemporary. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for virtually every design style from minimalist Japandi to rustic farmhouse to sleek contemporary. As part of the Dunn-Edwards palette, Ice Gray benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. High-LRV colors like Ice Gray are forgiving in most lighting conditions, but they can pick up reflected color from adjacent walls, flooring, or large furniture pieces, so evaluate samples in situ. This tone works well alongside natural textures like jute rugs, bleached wood, ceramic tile, and woven baskets, building an inviting, tactile space. You can order Ice Gray (DEC790) directly from Dunn-Edwards or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.