Ref. #D5D1B2 · LF190-02
Garden Moss
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Garden Moss Technical Profile
What color is Garden Moss? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #D5D1B2. Colors similar to Garden Moss include Behr Springday, Valspar Martinique Dawn, Benjamin Moore Gloucester Green. Garden Moss has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Garden Moss 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, Garden Moss 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 Garden Moss
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Garden Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Garden Moss
#D5D1B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Garden Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Garden Moss 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Garden Moss.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Garden Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Garden Moss have?
Garden Moss by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Garden Moss from other brands?
The closest matches are Springday by Behr (#DAD4B4), Martinique Dawn by Valspar (#D2CFAC), Gloucester Green by Benjamin Moore (#DBD5B3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Garden Moss?
Garden Moss has an LRV of 63.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Garden Moss's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.