Falling Star 1129-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CAD5C8, LRV 64 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crystalline from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAD5C8 · 1129-2
Falling Star
64%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Falling Star Technical Profile
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Falling Star in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Falling Star in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFalling Star
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCrystalline
Crystalline
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dolphin Fin
Behr
Nearly identical
Marble Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Marble Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Granite
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Juniper Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silvery Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Slow Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Seafoam Blanket
Kilz
Very similar
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Falling Star in your own space before committing.
What colors match Falling Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Falling Star are Crystalline by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dolphin Fin by Behr (a near-identical match), Marble Green by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Falling Star's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Falling Star?
Falling Star has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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.