Ref. #CFD2C7 · 1128-2
Frivolous Folly
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Frivolous Folly Technical Profile
What color is Frivolous Folly? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CFD2C7. Colors similar to Frivolous Folly include Vista Paint Pale Loden, Benjamin Moore Night Mist, Sherwin-Williams Filmy Green. Frivolous Folly has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Frivolous Folly 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, Frivolous Folly 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 Frivolous Folly
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pale Loden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Night Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Filmy Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Particular Mint
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chilean Sea Bass
Valspar
Nearly identical
Natural Spring
Behr
Nearly identical
Lanolin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Eagle Feather Basecoat
MPC
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Frivolous Folly
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frivolous Folly
#CFD2C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frivolous Folly
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frivolous Folly 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 Frivolous Folly.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Frivolous Folly — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frivolous Folly have?
Frivolous Folly by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Frivolous Folly from other brands?
The closest matches are Pale Loden by Vista Paint (#CED2C8), Night Mist by Benjamin Moore (#D0D4C9), Filmy Green by Sherwin-Williams (#D1D3C7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Frivolous Folly?
Frivolous Folly has an LRV of 63.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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