Ref. #D9E4DE · C-494
Breakwaters
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Breakwaters Technical Profile
What color is Breakwaters? It's a light cool off-white with the hex code #D9E4DE. Colors similar to Breakwaters include Dunn-Edwards Fizzle, Hirshfield's Breakwaters, Hirshfield's Mellow Blue. Breakwaters has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Breakwaters 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, Breakwaters 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 Breakwaters
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Breakwaters
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Breakwaters
#D9E4DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Breakwaters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Breakwaters 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Breakwaters.
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.
Breakwaters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Breakwaters have?
Breakwaters by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Breakwaters from other brands?
The closest matches are Fizzle by Dunn-Edwards (#D8E4DE), Breakwaters by Hirshfield's (#D9E5E0), Mellow Blue by Hirshfield's (#D7E2DD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Breakwaters?
Breakwaters has an LRV of 75.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Breakwaters's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.