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Dimpse
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dimpse Technical Profile
What color is Dimpse? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D9D8D3. Colors similar to Dimpse include Benjamin Moore Shoreline, Sherwin-Williams First Star, Dunn-Edwards Cloud. Dimpse has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Dimpse 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, Dimpse 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 Dimpse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dimpse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dimpse
#D9D8D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dimpse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dimpse 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Dimpse.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dimpse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dimpse have?
Dimpse by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dimpse from other brands?
The closest matches are Shoreline by Benjamin Moore (#DAD9D4), First Star by Sherwin-Williams (#DAD9D4), Cloud by Dunn-Edwards (#D8D7D3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dimpse?
Dimpse has an LRV of 68.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dimpse's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.