Misty Moss N420-3 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #97C5A7, LRV 40 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mini Green from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97C5A7 · N420-3
Misty Moss
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Misty Moss Technical Profile
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Misty Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Misty Moss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMisty Moss
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMini Green
Mini Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kelp
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mini Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caesar Salad
Kilz
Very similar
Retro Mint
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sea Glass Green
PPG
Very similar
Potted Plant
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Noah'S Grass Stain
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spring Break
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Misty Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Misty Moss
#97C5A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Misty Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Misty Moss 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 Misty Moss.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Misty Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Misty Moss have?
Misty Moss 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 Misty Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Misty Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Misty Moss are Mini Green by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Kelp by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mini Green by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Misty Moss'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 Misty Moss?
Misty Moss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Misty Moss's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.