Maiden Mist 1039-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B9C0C0, estimated LRV 52 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Solstice from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B9C0C0 · 1039-2
Maiden Mist
52%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Maiden Mist Technical Profile
HEX Code#B9C0C0
RGB185, 192, 192
Estimated LRV51.8
UndertoneCool (Green)
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
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Maiden Mist
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Maiden Mist
#B9C0C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Maiden Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Maiden 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
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Maiden Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Maiden Mist have?
Maiden Mist by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Maiden Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Maiden Mist are Winter Solstice by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Samovar Silver by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Polished Rock by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Maiden 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 Maiden Mist?
Maiden Mist has a estimated lightness value of 51.8, 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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