Ref. #B3C3B9 · DCP-0456
Fair Maiden
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fair Maiden Technical Profile
What color is Fair Maiden? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B3C3B9. Colors similar to Fair Maiden include PPG Aquamarine Dream, Benjamin Moore Pleasant Valley, Benjamin Moore Woodland Green. Fair Maiden has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Fair Maiden 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 warm neutral, Fair Maiden 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 Fair Maiden
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Aquamarine Dream
PPG
Nearly identical
Pleasant Valley
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Light Sage Green Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Patina Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Weathered Moss
Behr
Nearly identical
April Thicket
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lighthouse View
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fair Maiden
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fair Maiden
#B3C3B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fair Maiden
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fair Maiden 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 Fair Maiden.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fair Maiden — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fair Maiden have?
Fair Maiden by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Fair Maiden from other brands?
The closest matches are Aquamarine Dream by PPG (#B3C4BA), Pleasant Valley by Benjamin Moore (#B2C2B6), Woodland Green by Benjamin Moore (#B4C3B6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fair Maiden?
Fair Maiden has an LRV of 52.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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