Pond Ice 426-1DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CFD8D2, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #CFD8D2 · 426-1DB
Pond Ice
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pond Ice Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFD8D2
RGB207, 216, 210
Estimated LRV67.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Nelson Blue
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#CFD7D1
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Winter in Paris
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#CFD7D1
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Wind Fresh White
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#D1D9D2
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Dunn-Edwards
#D1DAD5
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#CCD5CD
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#D0DBD7
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Kingston
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#D4DCD3
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Calm Breeze
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#CCD4CB
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Colors That Work With Pond Ice
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pond Ice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pond Ice are Nelson Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Winter in Paris by Valspar (a close digital match), Wind Fresh White by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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