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Cool Concrete
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cool Concrete Technical Profile
What color is Cool Concrete? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #D9D0C1. Colors similar to Cool Concrete include Benjamin Moore Cedar Key, Vista Paint Plymouth Beige, Dunn-Edwards Fine Grain. Cool Concrete has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Cool Concrete 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, Cool Concrete 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 Cool Concrete
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Concrete
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Concrete
#D9D0C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Concrete
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Concrete 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 Cool Concrete.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Concrete — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Concrete have?
Cool Concrete by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Cool Concrete from other brands?
The closest matches are Cedar Key by Benjamin Moore (#D8CFC0), Plymouth Beige by Vista Paint (#D7CEBF), Fine Grain by Dunn-Edwards (#D8CFC1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool Concrete?
Cool Concrete has an LRV of 63.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cool Concrete's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.