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Cape Hope
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cape Hope Technical Profile
What color is Cape Hope? It's a light cool neutral with the hex code #BFD3D2. Colors similar to Cape Hope include Vista Paint Cape Hope, Kilz Almost Aqua, Kilz Baby Blanket. Cape Hope has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Cape Hope 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 cool neutral, Cape Hope pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Cape Hope
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cape Hope
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cape Hope
#BFD3D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cape Hope
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cape Hope 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Cape Hope.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cape Hope — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cape Hope have?
Cape Hope by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Cape Hope from other brands?
The closest matches are Cape Hope by Vista Paint (#BFD2D1), Almost Aqua by Kilz (#BDD3D3), Baby Blanket by Kilz (#BDD3D3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cape Hope?
Cape Hope has an LRV of 62.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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