Coastal Mist 427-1DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C0CCC6, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rainwashed from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C0CCC6 · 427-1DB
Coastal Mist
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Coastal Mist Technical Profile
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Coastal Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coastal Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyCoastal Mist
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRainwashed
Rainwashed
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Luna Light
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soothing Spring
Behr
Nearly identical
Luna Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ocean Froth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Woodlawn Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gale Force
PPG
Nearly identical
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Blustery Wind
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Water .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Wild Arctic
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coastal Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coastal Mist
#C0CCC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coastal Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coastal 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Coastal 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.
Coastal Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coastal Mist have?
Coastal Mist by Dutch Boy 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 Coastal Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Coastal Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coastal Mist are Rainwashed by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Luna Light by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Copen Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Coastal 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 Coastal Mist?
Coastal Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.5, 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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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 Coastal Mist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.