Pond Ice 426-1DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CFD8D2, LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nelson Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFD8D2 · 426-1DB
Pond Ice
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pond Ice Technical Profile
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Pond Ice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pond Ice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPond Ice
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreNelson Blue
Nelson Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter in Paris
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wind Fresh White
Behr
Nearly identical
Sculptural Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Calm Breeze
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Morning Fog
PPG
Nearly identical
Kingston
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Calm Breeze
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bisque .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cool Fog
Kilz
Very similar
Pale Powder
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pond Ice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pond Ice
#CFD8D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pond Ice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pond Ice 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 Pond Ice.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pond Ice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pond Ice have?
Pond Ice by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pond Ice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pond Ice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pond Ice are Nelson Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Winter in Paris by Valspar (a near-identical match), Wind Fresh White by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pond Ice'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 Pond Ice?
Pond Ice has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.0, 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 Pond Ice's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.