Ref. #CAD5C8 · 1129-2
Falling Star
64%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Falling Star Technical Profile
What color is Falling Star? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CAD5C8. Colors similar to Falling Star include Benjamin Moore Crystalline, Behr Dolphin Fin, Hirshfield's Marble Green. Falling Star has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Falling Star 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, Falling Star 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 Falling Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Falling Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Falling Star
#CAD5C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD93
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Falling Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Falling Star 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 Falling Star.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Falling Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Falling Star have?
Falling Star by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Falling Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Crystalline by Benjamin Moore (#CAD5C9), Dolphin Fin by Behr (#CCD6CA), Marble Green by Hirshfield's (#CBD4C8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Falling Star?
Falling Star has an LRV of 64.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Falling Star's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.