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Northern Exposure
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Northern Exposure Technical Profile
What color is Northern Exposure? It's a light cool neutral with the hex code #BFC7D4. Colors similar to Northern Exposure include Behr Best In Show, Vista Paint Kecia, Sherwin-Williams Daydream. Northern Exposure has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Northern Exposure 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 cool neutral, Northern Exposure pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Northern Exposure
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Northern Exposure from other brands?
The closest matches are Best In Show by Behr (#B9C3D2), Kecia by Vista Paint (#C5CAD6), Daydream by Sherwin-Williams (#BDC3CD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Northern Exposure?
Northern Exposure has an LRV of 56.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.