Misted Mountain 342-2DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BDC3CD, estimated LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Daydream from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #BDC3CD · 342-2DB
Misted Mountain
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Misted Mountain Technical Profile
HEX Code#BDC3CD
RGB189, 195, 205
Estimated LRV54.3
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
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Misted Mountain
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Daydream
Sherwin-Williams
#BDC3CD
Close digital match
Faded Denim
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#BDC5D1
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#C4C8D0
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Foghorn
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#C0C2CA
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#BBC6D1
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#B7BDC4
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#BAC3D4
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#BEBDC6
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#C3C3C3
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Colors That Work With Misted Mountain
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Misted Mountain
#BDC3CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Misted Mountain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Misted Mountain 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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Misted Mountain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Misted Mountain have?
Misted Mountain by Dutch Boy 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 Misted Mountain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Misted Mountain are Daydream by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Faded Denim by PPG (a close digital match), Antique Silver by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Misted Mountain'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 Misted Mountain?
Misted Mountain has a estimated lightness value of 54.3, 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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