Seattle Mist 1535 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CAC6B9, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pumice Stone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CAC6B9 · 1535
Seattle Mist
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Seattle Mist Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAC6B9
RGB202, 198, 185
Estimated LRV56.4
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Seattle Mist
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seattle Mist
#CAC6B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seattle Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seattle Mist 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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Seattle Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seattle Mist have?
Seattle Mist by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Seattle Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seattle Mist are Pumice Stone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bone Dry by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Useful Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Seattle Mist'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 Seattle Mist?
Seattle Mist has a estimated lightness value of 56.4, 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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