Gentle Breeze 589 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B2E8D5, LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Malaysian Mist from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2E8D5 · 589
Gentle Breeze
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gentle Breeze Technical Profile
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Gentle Breeze in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gentle Breeze in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGentle Breeze
Nearly identical
BehrMalaysian Mist
Malaysian Mist
Behr
Nearly identical
Glen Haven
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ode to Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aqua Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mediterranean Mist
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Beach Blanket
Valspar
Very similar
Wintergreen Mint
PPG
Very similar
Green Surf
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gentle Breeze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gentle Breeze
#B2E8D5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#78B0BA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gentle Breeze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gentle Breeze 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 Gentle Breeze.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gentle Breeze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gentle Breeze have?
Gentle Breeze by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Gentle Breeze in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gentle Breeze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gentle Breeze are Malaysian Mist by Behr (a near-identical match), Glen Haven by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Ode to Green by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gentle Breeze'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 Gentle Breeze?
Gentle Breeze has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.9, 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 Gentle Breeze's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.