Ref. #D8DEE3 · 1041-3
Billowing Clouds
72%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Billowing Clouds Technical Profile
What color is Billowing Clouds? It's a light cool off-white with the hex code #D8DEE3. Colors similar to Billowing Clouds include Behr Mainsail, Dunn-Edwards Waterloo, Behr Billowing Clouds. Billowing Clouds has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Billowing Clouds reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a cool neutral, Billowing Clouds 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 Billowing Clouds
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mainsail
Behr
Nearly identical
Waterloo
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sapphire Glow
Valspar
Nearly identical
First Snowfall
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wind Blown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Moonlight Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Starshine Blue
MPC
Nearly identical
Starry Night
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Billowing Clouds
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Billowing Clouds
#D8DEE3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8586AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Billowing Clouds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Billowing Clouds 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Billowing Clouds.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Billowing Clouds — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Billowing Clouds have?
Billowing Clouds by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Billowing Clouds from other brands?
The closest matches are Mainsail by Behr (#D8DDE2), Waterloo by Dunn-Edwards (#D9DFE3), Billowing Clouds by Behr (#D7DCDF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Billowing Clouds?
Billowing Clouds has an LRV of 72.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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