Faintest Iris 242-1DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C9D1DC, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quartz from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9D1DC · 242-1DB
Faintest Iris
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Faintest Iris Technical Profile
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Faintest Iris in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Faintest Iris in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyFaintest Iris
Nearly identical
BehrQuartz
Quartz
Behr
Nearly identical
Memory Lane
PPG
Nearly identical
Violet Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mount Nirvana
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Shale
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sheer Silhouette
Kilz
Very similar
Atmospheric Pressure
Vista Paint
Very similar
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Atmospheric Pressure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Telegrey 4
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Faintest Iris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Faintest Iris
#C9D1DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Faintest Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Faintest Iris 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Faintest Iris.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Faintest Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Faintest Iris have?
Faintest Iris by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Faintest Iris in your own space before committing.
What colors match Faintest Iris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Faintest Iris are Quartz by Behr (a near-identical match), Quarzo by Behr (a near-identical match), Centre Stage by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Faintest Iris's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Faintest Iris?
Faintest Iris has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Faintest Iris's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.