Ref. #E3E9E8 · 1038-1
Evening Mist
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Evening Mist Technical Profile
What color is Evening Mist? It's a light cool white with the hex code #E3E9E8. Colors similar to Evening Mist include Benjamin Moore Fanfare, Vista Paint Snippet of Blue, Dunn-Edwards White Lake. Evening Mist has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Evening Mist reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a cool neutral, Evening Mist 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 Evening Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Evening Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Mist
#E3E9E8
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 Evening Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Evening Mist.
More white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Evening Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Mist have?
Evening Mist by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the white color family.
What colors match Evening Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Fanfare by Benjamin Moore (#E2E7E6), Snippet of Blue by Vista Paint (#E3E8E8), White Lake by Dunn-Edwards (#E2E7E7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Evening Mist?
Evening Mist has an LRV of 80.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Evening Mist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.