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Behr Absolute Zero

N490-1 · #CBD3D5 · LRV ~64.1

Closest tone in another brand: Dunn-Edwards Salina Springs (~99% proximity)

Absolute Zero (N490-1) is a light cool gray from Behr with a subtle blue-green undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 64.1 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Salina Springs (~99% proximity).

Closest tone to Absolute Zero in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

64.1 · Light

Undertone (estimated)

Blue-green · subtle

Temperature

Cool

Code

N490-1

HEX

#CBD3D5

RGB

203, 211, 213

HSL

192°, 11%, 82%

Family

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Absolute Zero FAQ

What undertone does Absolute Zero have?

Absolute Zero is a light cool gray with a subtle blue-green undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Absolute Zero?

Absolute Zero has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 64.1 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Absolute Zero in other brands?

Dunn-Edwards: Salina Springs (DEC794), ~99% proximity; PPG: Sky Splash (PPG1037-2), ~99% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Palace Pearl (CW-650), ~98% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Lullaby (SW 9136), ~98% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Lullaby (HGSW9136), ~98% proximity; Glidden: Sky Splash (PPG1037-2), ~97% proximity; Valspar: Highlights (8006-8A), ~97% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Borrowed Light (No. 235), ~95% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Absolute Zero?

The HEX code of Absolute Zero (N490-1) is #CBD3D5, RGB 203, 211, 213. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.