Ref. #BAC0BF · 1605
Winter Solstice
52%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Winter Solstice Technical Profile
What color is Winter Solstice? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #BAC0BF. Colors similar to Winter Solstice include PPG Maiden Mist, Sherwin-Williams Samovar Silver, Kilz White Gold. Winter Solstice has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Winter Solstice 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 cool neutral, Winter Solstice pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Winter Solstice
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Winter Solstice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Solstice
#BAC0BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A0AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Solstice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Solstice 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 Winter Solstice.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Winter Solstice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Solstice have?
Winter Solstice by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Winter Solstice from other brands?
The closest matches are Maiden Mist by PPG (#B9C0C0), Samovar Silver by Sherwin-Williams (#B8BEBE), White Gold by Kilz (#BEC4C3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Winter Solstice?
Winter Solstice has an LRV of 51.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Winter Solstice's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.