Ref. #C8D1D6 · 8004-41A
Spun Sugar
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spun Sugar Technical Profile
What color is Spun Sugar? It's a light cool neutral with the hex code #C8D1D6. Colors similar to Spun Sugar include Benjamin Moore Silver Mist, Sherwin-Williams Mild Blue, Dunn-Edwards Shiny Nickel. Spun Sugar has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Spun Sugar 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, Spun Sugar 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 Spun Sugar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spun Sugar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spun Sugar
#C8D1D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spun Sugar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spun Sugar 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Spun Sugar.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spun Sugar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spun Sugar have?
Spun Sugar by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Spun Sugar from other brands?
The closest matches are Silver Mist by Benjamin Moore (#C9D3D7), Mild Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#CBD5DB), Shiny Nickel by Dunn-Edwards (#CCD3D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spun Sugar?
Spun Sugar has an LRV of 62.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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