Northern Exposure 1165-3 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BFC7D4, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Best In Show from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BFC7D4 · 1165-3
Northern Exposure
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Northern Exposure Technical Profile
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Northern Exposure in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Northern Exposure in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGNorthern Exposure
Nearly identical
BehrBest In Show
Best In Show
Behr
Nearly identical
Kecia
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Daydream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Misted Mountain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Snow Flurries
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Falls
Kilz
Nearly identical
Instinct
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Shale
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Atmospheric Pressure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Northern Exposure
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Exposure
#BFC7D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Exposure
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Exposure 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 Northern Exposure.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Northern Exposure — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Exposure have?
Northern Exposure by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Northern Exposure in your own space before committing.
What colors match Northern Exposure from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Northern Exposure are Best In Show by Behr (a near-identical match), Kecia by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Daydream by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Northern Exposure'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 Northern Exposure?
Northern Exposure has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Northern Exposure's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.