Ref. #70828F · DE5823
Mica Creek
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mica Creek Technical Profile
What color is Mica Creek? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #70828F. Colors similar to Mica Creek include Hirshfield's Ocean Storms, Vista Paint Ocean Storms, Vista Paint Mirador. Mica Creek has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Mica Creek creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Mica Creek pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Mica Creek
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mica Creek
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mica Creek
#70828F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mica Creek
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mica Creek 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 Mica Creek.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mica Creek — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mica Creek have?
Mica Creek by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mica Creek from other brands?
The closest matches are Ocean Storms by Hirshfield's (#70818E), Ocean Storms by Vista Paint (#6F808C), Mirador by Vista Paint (#748490). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mica Creek?
Mica Creek has an LRV of 21.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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