Maiden Mist 1039-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B9C0C0, 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.
Ref. #B9C0C0 · 1039-2
Maiden Mist
52%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Maiden Mist Technical Profile
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Maiden Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Maiden Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMaiden Mist
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWinter Solstice
Winter Solstice
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Samovar Silver
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Polished Rock
Behr
Nearly identical
White Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Haze Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chromed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Marseilles
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Prairie Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Autumn Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Maiden Mist
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Maiden Mist.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Maiden Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Maiden Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Maiden Mist are Winter Solstice by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Samovar Silver by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Polished Rock by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Maiden Mist's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.