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Quicksilver
75%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Quicksilver Technical Profile
What color is Quicksilver? It's a light cool off-white with the hex code #DDE2E0. Colors similar to Quicksilver include Kilz Oakleaf Hydrangea, Valspar Halcyon Blue, PPG Gray Glimpse. Quicksilver has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Quicksilver reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a cool neutral, Quicksilver 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.
HEX Code#DDE2E0
RGB221, 226, 224
LRV75.1
UndertoneCool (Green)
Color Familyoff-white
BrandSherwin-Williams
Colors Similar to Quicksilver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Oakleaf Hydrangea
Kilz
Nearly identical
Halcyon Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gray Glimpse
PPG
Nearly identical
Iced Cube Silver
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Subtle Touch
Behr
Nearly identical
Illuminating Experience
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
White Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Illuminating Experience
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Quicksilver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quicksilver
#DDE2E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A9AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quicksilver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quicksilver 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 Quicksilver.
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.
Quicksilver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quicksilver have?
Quicksilver by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Quicksilver from other brands?
The closest matches are Oakleaf Hydrangea by Kilz (#DFE3E0), Halcyon Blue by Valspar (#E0E5E3), Gray Glimpse by PPG (#E0E4E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Quicksilver?
Quicksilver has an LRV of 75.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Quicksilver's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.