Ref. #D1FFF3 · 510A-2
Salty Tear
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Salty Tear Technical Profile
What color is Salty Tear? It's a light cool green with the hex code #D1FFF3. Colors similar to Salty Tear include Dunn-Edwards Shallow End, Dunn-Edwards Midspring Morning. Salty Tear has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Salty Tear reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Salty Tear
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salty Tear
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salty Tear
#D1FFF3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5CB9D6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salty Tear
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salty Tear 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 Salty Tear.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Salty Tear — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salty Tear have?
Salty Tear by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Salty Tear from other brands?
The closest matches are Shallow End by Dunn-Edwards (#C5F5E8), Midspring Morning by Dunn-Edwards (#CFF7EF), Subtlest Green by MPC (#CCFBE6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Salty Tear?
Salty Tear has an LRV of 79.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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