Ref. #CFD5D7 · DE6324
Veiled Spotlight
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Veiled Spotlight Technical Profile
What color is Veiled Spotlight? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #CFD5D7. Colors similar to Veiled Spotlight include Benjamin Moore Lavender Wash, PPG Tinsel, Valspar Pelican. Veiled Spotlight has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Veiled Spotlight sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Veiled Spotlight 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 Veiled Spotlight
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Veiled Spotlight
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Veiled Spotlight
#CFD5D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Veiled Spotlight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Veiled Spotlight 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 Veiled Spotlight.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Veiled Spotlight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Veiled Spotlight have?
Veiled Spotlight by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Veiled Spotlight from other brands?
The closest matches are Lavender Wash by Benjamin Moore (#D0D5D8), Tinsel by PPG (#D2D9DB), Pelican by Valspar (#D1D6D6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Veiled Spotlight?
Veiled Spotlight has an LRV of 65.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Veiled Spotlight's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.