April Mist 450E-2 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CEEBCE, LRV 67 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Applemint from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CEEBCE · 450E-2
April Mist
67%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
April Mist Technical Profile
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April Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to April Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrApril Mist
Nearly identical
PPGApplemint
Applemint
PPG
Nearly identical
Refreshing Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Scottish Glenn
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Parkside Dunes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Leaves of Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Butter Lettuce
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Leaves of Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Budding Green
Kilz
Very similar
Jocular Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Leaf .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With April Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
April Mist
#CEEBCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7FB399
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for April Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
April 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 April 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.
April Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does April Mist have?
April 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 April Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match April Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to April Mist are Applemint by PPG (a near-identical match), Refreshing Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), Scottish Glenn by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting April 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 April Mist?
April Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 April Mist's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.