Ref. #ADC8C0 · 1137-4
Copenhagen
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Copenhagen Technical Profile
What color is Copenhagen? It's a medium cool neutral with the hex code #ADC8C0. Colors similar to Copenhagen include Benjamin Moore Warm Springs, MPC Seasprite Green Met., Valspar Wave Runner. Copenhagen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Copenhagen 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, Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Warm Springs
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seasprite Green Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Wave Runner
Valspar
Nearly identical
Steamy Spring
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Flint Smoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Cottege Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hazel
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dreaming of the Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Copenhagen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Copenhagen
#ADC8C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A5AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Copenhagen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Copenhagen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Copenhagen have?
Copenhagen by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Copenhagen from other brands?
The closest matches are Warm Springs by Benjamin Moore (#ACC9C1), Seasprite Green Met. by MPC (#ACC5BC), Wave Runner by Valspar (#ADCDC5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has an LRV of 54.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Copenhagen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.