Ref. #DBDED5 · 5005-1A
Wave's Crest
72%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wave's Crest Technical Profile
What color is Wave's Crest? It's a light warm off-white with the hex code #DBDED5. Colors similar to Wave's Crest include Sherwin-Williams Opaline, PPG Anonymous, Vista Paint Just a Little. Wave's Crest has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Wave's Crest reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Wave's Crest pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Wave's Crest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Opaline
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Anonymous
PPG
Nearly identical
Just a Little
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Powder
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Pearl Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Just A Little
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Looking Glass
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wave's Crest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wave's Crest
#DBDED5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wave's Crest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wave's Crest 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 Wave's Crest.
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.
Wave's Crest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wave's Crest have?
Wave's Crest by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Wave's Crest from other brands?
The closest matches are Opaline by Sherwin-Williams (#DCDFD7), Anonymous by PPG (#DADCD3), Just a Little by Vista Paint (#DDDFD5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wave's Crest?
Wave's Crest has an LRV of 72.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wave's Crest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.