Ref. #DBD7CD · 1549
Balboa Mist
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Balboa Mist Technical Profile
What color is Balboa Mist? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #DBD7CD. Colors similar to Balboa Mist include Behr Ginger Sugar, PPG Silent Smoke, Kilz Foggy Skies. Balboa Mist has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Balboa Mist sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Balboa Mist pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Balboa Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Balboa Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Balboa Mist
#DBD7CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Balboa Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Balboa 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Balboa Mist.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Balboa Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Balboa Mist have?
Balboa Mist by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Balboa Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Ginger Sugar by Behr (#DBD7CD), Silent Smoke by PPG (#DBD7CE), Foggy Skies by Kilz (#DAD7CD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Balboa Mist?
Balboa Mist has an LRV of 65.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Balboa Mist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.