Ref. #C8D0C9 · CC-700
Smoky Green
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Smoky Green Technical Profile
What color is Smoky Green? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #C8D0C9. Colors similar to Smoky Green include Vista Paint Foggy Mist, Sherwin-Williams Sea Spray, Hirshfield's Foggy Mist. Smoky Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Smoky Green 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, Smoky Green 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 Smoky Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Green
#C8D0C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Green 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 Smoky Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoky Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Green have?
Smoky Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Smoky Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Foggy Mist by Vista Paint (#C8D0CA), Sea Spray by Sherwin-Williams (#C8CEC6), Foggy Mist by Hirshfield's (#C8D1CC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smoky Green?
Smoky Green has an LRV of 61.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.