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Windswept Beach
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Windswept Beach Technical Profile
What color is Windswept Beach? It's a light neutral off-white with the hex code #E3E4E5. Colors similar to Windswept Beach include Dunn-Edwards Cold Wind, Behr Fading Fog, Dutch Boy Tinge Grey. Windswept Beach has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Windswept Beach reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Windswept Beach is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Windswept Beach
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windswept Beach
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windswept Beach
#E3E4E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windswept Beach
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windswept Beach 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 Windswept Beach.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windswept Beach — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windswept Beach have?
Windswept Beach by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Windswept Beach from other brands?
The closest matches are Cold Wind by Dunn-Edwards (#E1E3E4), Fading Fog by Behr (#E4E6E8), Tinge Grey by Dutch Boy (#E2E2E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Windswept Beach?
Windswept Beach has an LRV of 77.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Windswept Beach's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.