Early Morning Mist 1528 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DCD9CA, estimated LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cocoon from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DCD9CA · 1528
Early Morning Mist
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Early Morning Mist Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCD9CA
RGB220, 217, 202
Estimated LRV69.1
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#DEDACD
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#DFDDD0
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Colors That Work With Early Morning Mist
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Morning Mist
#DCD9CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Morning Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early Morning 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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Early Morning Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Morning Mist have?
Early Morning Mist by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Early Morning Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Early Morning Mist are Cocoon by PPG (a close digital match), Veil Of Dusk by PPG (a close digital match), Saturnia by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Early Morning 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 Early Morning Mist?
Early Morning Mist has a estimated lightness value of 69.1, 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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