First Frost 1242-1 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DAE3E9, estimated LRV 76 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Platinum Fog from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #DAE3E9 · 1242-1
First Frost
76%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
First Frost Technical Profile
HEX Code#DAE3E9
RGB218, 227, 233
Estimated LRV75.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyoff-white
BrandPPG
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First Snowfall
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Colors That Work With First Frost
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Frost
#DAE3E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Frost
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First Frost 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
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First Frost — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Frost have?
First Frost by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match First Frost from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to First Frost are Platinum Fog by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Cool Sky by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pearl City by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting First Frost'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 First Frost?
First Frost has a estimated lightness value of 75.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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