Vale Mist 1494 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C8C9B8, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wabi-Sabi from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C8C9B8 · 1494
Vale Mist
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Vale Mist Technical Profile
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Vale Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vale Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreVale Mist
Nearly identical
BehrWabi-Sabi
Wabi-Sabi
Behr
Nearly identical
Eddy
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Mix Or Match
PPG
Nearly identical
Liveable Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Brown Buzz
Valspar
Nearly identical
Palatine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Palatine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Florito
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Glass Tile
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silver Fern
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vale Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vale Mist
#C8C9B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vale Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vale 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Vale Mist.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vale Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vale Mist have?
Vale Mist by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Vale Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vale Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vale Mist are Wabi-Sabi by Behr (a near-identical match), Eddy by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Mix Or Match by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Vale 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 Vale Mist?
Vale Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vale Mist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.