Frosted Needles 328-1DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D1DCCF, estimated LRV 69 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Icy Morn from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #D1DCCF · 328-1DB
Frosted Needles
69%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Frosted Needles Technical Profile
HEX Code#D1DCCF
RGB209, 220, 207
Estimated LRV69.2
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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#D3DCCD
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#D1DED3
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Colors That Work With Frosted Needles
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frosted Needles
#D1DCCF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD93
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frosted Needles
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frosted Needles 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
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Frosted Needles — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frosted Needles have?
Frosted Needles by Dutch Boy has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Frosted Needles from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frosted Needles are Icy Morn by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Apothecary Jar by Valspar (a close digital match), Seafoam Blanket by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Frosted Needles'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 Frosted Needles?
Frosted Needles has a estimated lightness value of 69.2, 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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