Behr Shaved Ice N490-3

Color code:N490-3
Color name:Shaved Ice
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Shaved Ice?

Behr Shaved Ice (N490-3) is a soft and soothing gray with a hint of blue undertones, perfect for creating a calming and elegant atmosphere in any room. This versatile hue pairs beautifully with crisp whites, warm neutrals like taupe or beige, and soft pastels such as blush pink or light mint green. Complement Shaved Ice with accents in metallic finishes like brushed gold or silver for a touch of sophistication, or add pops of color with accessories in deep navy or rich plum for a more dramatic look. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, Shaved Ice adds a timeless and serene quality to any space.

What are Behr Shaved Ice undertones?

Blue is Behr Shaved Ice undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#A9B4BA

RGB code:

169, 180, 186

Is Behr Shaved Ice N490-3 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 201° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N490-3 Shaved Ice HSL code: 201, 11%, 70%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Grey undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Shaved Ice:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Shaved Ice N490-3 vs Vanity N540-3

Behr Shaved Ice N490-3 vs Behr Vanity N540-3Open Shaved Ice N490-3
LRV: 44.25%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 45.31%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold

Shaved Ice N490-3 vs Jubilee SW 6248

Behr Shaved Ice N490-3 vs Sherwin Williams Jubilee SW 6248Open Shaved Ice N490-3
LRV: 44.25%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 45.42%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold