Valley Mist 460E-2 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CAE8D3, LRV 64 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mint Smoothie from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAE8D3 · 460E-2
Valley Mist
64%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Valley Mist Technical Profile
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Valley Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Valley Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrValley Mist
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMint Smoothie
Mint Smoothie
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
New Mint Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Subtle Splendor
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Minty Fresh
Valspar
Nearly identical
Leisure Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Leaves of Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Kiwi Splash
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Jocular Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Julep
Kilz
Very similar
Water .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Valley Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Valley Mist
#CAE8D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#81B1A7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Valley Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Valley 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 Valley 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.
Valley Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Valley Mist have?
Valley 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 Valley Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Valley Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Valley Mist are Mint Smoothie by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), New Mint Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Elf Hat Green by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Valley 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 Valley Mist?
Valley Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.0, 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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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 Valley Mist's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.