Hint of Mint 505 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DADDCD, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #DADDCD · 505
Hint of Mint
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hint of Mint Technical Profile
HEX Code#DADDCD
RGB218, 221, 205
Estimated LRV68.7
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Hint of Mint
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Hint of Mint from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hint of Mint are Desert Springs by Behr (a close digital match), Glowing Green by Valspar (a close digital match), White Scallion by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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