Mistral CC-842 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #11567E, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citadel Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #11567E · CC-842
Mistral
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Mistral Technical Profile
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Mistral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mistral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMistral
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCitadel Blue
Citadel Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kate's Ring
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ocean Spray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Animation
PPG
Very similar
Quiet Storm
Behr
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Jay Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ink Blotch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Luxurious Blue
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mistral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mistral
#11567E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#35408D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mistral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mistral 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 Mistral.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mistral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mistral have?
Mistral by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mistral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mistral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mistral are Citadel Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Kate's Ring by Valspar (a near-identical match), Ocean Spray by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mistral'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 Mistral?
Mistral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mistral's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.