Ref. #A9EED3 · MP445
Kilkenny Mist
74%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kilkenny Mist Technical Profile
What color is Kilkenny Mist? It's a light cool green with the hex code #A9EED3. Colors similar to Kilkenny Mist include Dunn-Edwards Faint Clover, Benjamin Moore Bahama Waters, Vista Paint Glen Haven. Kilkenny Mist has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Kilkenny Mist reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Kilkenny Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kilkenny Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kilkenny Mist
#A9EED3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#70B9C2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kilkenny Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kilkenny 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Kilkenny Mist.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kilkenny Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kilkenny Mist have?
Kilkenny Mist by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Kilkenny Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Faint Clover by Dunn-Edwards (#B2EED3), Bahama Waters by Benjamin Moore (#ACE7CE), Glen Haven by Vista Paint (#ABEAD5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Kilkenny Mist?
Kilkenny Mist has an LRV of 74.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kilkenny Mist's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.