Adriatic Mist 490C-2 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D5FFE5, LRV 79 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pale Cactus from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5FFE5 · 490C-2
Adriatic Mist
79%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Adriatic Mist Technical Profile
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Adriatic Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Adriatic Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAdriatic Mist
Very similar
Dunn-EdwardsPale Cactus
Pale Cactus
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mantis Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Subtle Splendor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sweet Pea
PPG
Very similar
Kiwi Splash
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Delicate Frost
Valspar
Very similar
Mediterranean Mist
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Air .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Jocular Green
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Budding Green
Kilz
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Adriatic Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Adriatic Mist
#D5FFE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5CD6C8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Adriatic Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Adriatic Mist 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Adriatic Mist.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Adriatic Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Adriatic Mist have?
Adriatic Mist by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Adriatic Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Adriatic Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Adriatic Mist are Pale Cactus by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Key Lime Pie by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Mantis Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Adriatic Mist's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Adriatic Mist?
Adriatic Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 79.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Adriatic Mist's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.