NEUTRALS
Sterling
#CED2CE
Sterling pulls into the light end of the neutrals spectrum — HSL 120°, 4%, 82%. The color's low saturation gives it a quiet, atmospheric quality and sits between warm and cool — versatile. In interior projects it shines on main walls, ceilings, soft fabrics, large surfaces, particularly within any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone. Reads best alongside natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants.
Color Codes
Paint Matches
Benjamin Moore
Sterling 1591
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone
Best Uses
main walls, ceilings, soft fabrics, large surfaces
Pairs With
natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Build a palette around Sterling
Open this color in a ready 5-color palette — lighter, darker, complementary and accent shades pre-built. Edit, customize, and download in 15 designer formats free.
BUILD PALETTE WITH THIS COLOR →Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #CED2CE?
#CED2CE is Sterling, a light neutral with a neutral undertone.
Is #CED2CE warm or cool?
Sterling reads between warm and cool — versatile in any setting.
What rooms work best with Sterling?
Sterling works well in any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone. Designers typically use it for main walls, ceilings, soft fabrics, large surfaces.
What colors pair well with Sterling?
Sterling pairs naturally with natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Sterling?
You can download Sterling on dsgn.house in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the RGB value of #CED2CE?
#CED2CE converts to RGB 206, 210, 206.