Ref. #CADFDD · DE5743
Silver Spruce
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Silver Spruce Technical Profile
What color is Silver Spruce? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #CADFDD. Colors similar to Silver Spruce include Valspar Dreamy Clouds, Vista Paint Iced Teal, PPG Julep Green. Silver Spruce has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Silver Spruce reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Silver Spruce
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silver Spruce
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Spruce
#CADFDD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver Spruce
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Spruce 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 Spruce.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silver Spruce — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver Spruce have?
Silver Spruce by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Silver Spruce from other brands?
The closest matches are Dreamy Clouds by Valspar (#C9DFDE), Iced Teal by Vista Paint (#C9E0DD), Julep Green by PPG (#C7DBD9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Silver Spruce?
Silver Spruce has an LRV of 70.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Silver Spruce's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.