Ref. #D5DBD5 · DE6289
Silver Fox
70%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Silver Fox Technical Profile
What color is Silver Fox? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D5DBD5. Colors similar to Silver Fox include Benjamin Moore Ice Cap, Hirshfield's Metal Flake, Benjamin Moore Wickham Gray. Silver Fox has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 70, Silver Fox reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Silver Fox pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Silver Fox
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silver Fox
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Fox
#D5DBD5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver Fox
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Fox 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 Silver Fox.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silver Fox — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver Fox have?
Silver Fox by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Silver Fox from other brands?
The closest matches are Ice Cap by Benjamin Moore (#D4DAD3), Metal Flake by Hirshfield's (#D8DCD6), Wickham Gray by Benjamin Moore (#D5D9D3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Silver Fox?
Silver Fox has an LRV of 69.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Silver Fox's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.