Opal Essence 680 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D9E8DF, estimated LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clair De Lune from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D9E8DF · 680
Opal Essence
75%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Opal Essence Technical Profile
HEX Code#D9E8DF
RGB217, 232, 223
Estimated LRV75.4
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 Familygreen
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#DBE9DF
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#D7E7DD
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Colors That Work With Opal Essence
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Opal Essence
#D9E8DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Opal Essence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Opal Essence 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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Opal Essence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Opal Essence have?
Opal Essence by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Opal Essence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Opal Essence are Clair De Lune by PPG (a close digital match), Pensive Sky by Behr (a close digital match), Minty Delight by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Opal Essence'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 Opal Essence?
Opal Essence has a estimated lightness value of 75.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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