Zen 1040-1 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CFD9DE, estimated LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clear to See from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CFD9DE · 1040-1
Zen
68%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Zen Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFD9DE
RGB207, 217, 222
Estimated LRV68.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Zen
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Clear to See
Vista Paint
#D0DADE
Close digital match
Hinting Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#CED9DD
Close digital match
Polar Frost
Behr
#CCD5DA
Close digital match
Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
#CED8DF
Close digital match
Ghost Ship
Valspar
#D5DDE1
Close digital match
Nuance
Hirshfield's
#D2DDE0
Close digital match
Northern Sky
Kilz
#C9D6DD
Close digital match
Iced Iris
Dutch Boy
#CAD4DB
Close digital match
Shiny Nickel
Dunn-Edwards
#CCD3D8
Close digital match
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
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Air .06
Colorhouse
#D7E2E5
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Colors That Work With Zen
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zen
#CFD9DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zen 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 Zen.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Zen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zen have?
Zen by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Zen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zen are Clear to See by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Hinting Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Polar Frost by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Zen'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 Zen?
Zen has a estimated lightness value of 68.2, 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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Why Zen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.