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Oystershell
69%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Oystershell Technical Profile
What color is Oystershell? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D5D9D3. Colors similar to Oystershell include Hirshfield's Metal Flake, Dunn-Edwards Silver Fox, Kilz Cool Fog. Oystershell has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Oystershell sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Oystershell pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Oystershell
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oystershell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oystershell
#D5D9D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oystershell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oystershell 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 Oystershell.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oystershell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oystershell have?
Oystershell by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Oystershell from other brands?
The closest matches are Metal Flake by Hirshfield's (#D8DCD6), Silver Fox by Dunn-Edwards (#D5DBD5), Cool Fog by Kilz (#D4D8D4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Oystershell?
Oystershell has an LRV of 68.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oystershell's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.