Castleton Mist HC-1 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DBD4A2, estimated LRV 61 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Willow Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DBD4A2 · HC-1
Castleton Mist
61%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Castleton Mist Technical Profile
HEX Code#DBD4A2
RGB219, 212, 162
Estimated LRV61.4
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Castleton Mist
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Castleton Mist
#DBD4A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0B47E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Castleton Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Castleton 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
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Castleton Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Castleton Mist have?
Castleton Mist by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Castleton Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Castleton Mist are Spring Willow Green by PPG (a close digital match), Cadence Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Origin by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Castleton 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 Castleton Mist?
Castleton Mist has a estimated lightness value of 61.4, 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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