Ref. #D7D9AB · LG170-02
Whispering Aspens
67%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Whispering Aspens Technical Profile
What color is Whispering Aspens? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D7D9AB. Colors similar to Whispering Aspens include Colorhouse Thrive .01, Benjamin Moore Warren Acres, Valspar Leaf Bud. Whispering Aspens has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Whispering Aspens sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Whispering Aspens reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Whispering Aspens
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whispering Aspens
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whispering Aspens
#D7D9AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97B082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whispering Aspens
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whispering Aspens 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Whispering Aspens.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whispering Aspens — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whispering Aspens have?
Whispering Aspens by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Whispering Aspens from other brands?
The closest matches are Thrive .01 by Colorhouse (#D8DBAC), Warren Acres by Benjamin Moore (#D8DBAE), Leaf Bud by Valspar (#D9D8A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Whispering Aspens?
Whispering Aspens has an LRV of 67.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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