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North Star
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
North Star Technical Profile
What color is North Star? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #CAD0D2. Colors similar to North Star include Benjamin Moore Early Frost, Dunn-Edwards Salina Springs, Valspar Highlights. North Star has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, North Star 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 cool neutral, North Star pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to North Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Star
#CAD0D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North Star 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 North Star.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
North Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Star have?
North Star by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match North Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Early Frost by Benjamin Moore (#CACFD2), Salina Springs by Dunn-Edwards (#CAD2D4), Highlights by Valspar (#C9D0D4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of North Star?
North Star has an LRV of 62.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.