Ref. #C8CAB5 · 1125-3
Whispering Pine
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Whispering Pine Technical Profile
What color is Whispering Pine? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #C8CAB5. Colors similar to Whispering Pine include Valspar Mint Frost, Benjamin Moore Wind Chime, Vista Paint Plume Grass. Whispering Pine has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Whispering Pine 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, Whispering Pine 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 Whispering Pine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whispering Pine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whispering Pine
#C8CAB5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whispering Pine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whispering Pine 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 Whispering Pine.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whispering Pine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whispering Pine have?
Whispering Pine by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Whispering Pine from other brands?
The closest matches are Mint Frost by Valspar (#C9CBB5), Wind Chime by Benjamin Moore (#C8CBB7), Plume Grass by Vista Paint (#C6C8B1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Whispering Pine?
Whispering Pine has an LRV of 57.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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