Drizzle 6479 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8CAEAB, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barrier Reef from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8CAEAB · 6479
Drizzle
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Drizzle Technical Profile
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Drizzle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Drizzle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDrizzle
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBarrier Reef
Barrier Reef
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone Fence
Behr
Nearly identical
Hipster Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fog Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Acapulco Aqua
Vista Paint
Very similar
Foggy Promenade
Kilz
Very similar
Parakeet Pete
PPG
Very similar
Peg's Promise
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Boca Raton Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Drizzle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Drizzle
#8CAEAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Drizzle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Drizzle 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Drizzle.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Drizzle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Drizzle have?
Drizzle by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Drizzle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Drizzle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Drizzle are Barrier Reef by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Heritage Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Stone Fence by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Drizzle'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 Drizzle?
Drizzle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Drizzle's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.