Ref. #CDC8D2 · 1174-3
Silver Chalice
59%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Silver Chalice Technical Profile
What color is Silver Chalice? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CDC8D2. Colors similar to Silver Chalice include Vista Paint Shy Violet, Valspar Stardust Evening, Benjamin Moore Winter Gray. Silver Chalice has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Silver Chalice 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, Silver Chalice 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 Silver Chalice
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silver Chalice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Chalice
#CDC8D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver Chalice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Chalice 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 Silver Chalice.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silver Chalice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver Chalice have?
Silver Chalice by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Silver Chalice from other brands?
The closest matches are Shy Violet by Vista Paint (#D0CAD4), Stardust Evening by Valspar (#CECAD3), Winter Gray by Benjamin Moore (#D1CED7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Silver Chalice?
Silver Chalice has an LRV of 58.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Silver Chalice's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.