Hint of Mint 505 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DADDCD, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Springs from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DADDCD · 505
Hint of Mint
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hint of Mint Technical Profile
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Hint of Mint in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hint of Mint in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreHint of Mint
Nearly identical
BehrDesert Springs
Desert Springs
Behr
Nearly identical
Glowing Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Liberated Lime
PPG
Nearly identical
September Song
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mystical Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Celadon Vase
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bisque .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Sagey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ice Palace
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sea Mint Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pale Powder
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey White
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hint of Mint
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hint of Mint
#DADDCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#91AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hint of Mint
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hint of Mint 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 Hint of Mint.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hint of Mint — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hint of Mint have?
Hint of Mint by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hint of Mint in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hint of Mint from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hint of Mint are Desert Springs by Behr (a near-identical match), Glowing Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), White Scallion by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hint of Mint'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 Hint of Mint?
Hint of Mint has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hint of Mint's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.