Ref. #B5EDE4 · 2046-60
Misty Teal
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Misty Teal Technical Profile
What color is Misty Teal? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B5EDE4. Colors similar to Misty Teal include Behr Tropical Breeze, Dunn-Edwards East Cape, Behr Aloha. Misty Teal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Misty Teal reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Misty Teal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Misty Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Misty Teal
#B5EDE4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#74A5BE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Misty Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Misty Teal 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 Misty Teal.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Misty Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Misty Teal have?
Misty Teal by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Misty Teal from other brands?
The closest matches are Tropical Breeze by Behr (#B3EFE6), East Cape by Dunn-Edwards (#B0EEE2), Aloha by Behr (#ABE9DF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Misty Teal?
Misty Teal has an LRV of 73.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Misty Teal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.