Mint Shadow 90GY 72/040 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D8DFDB, estimated LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pale Linen from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D8DFDB · 90GY 72/040
Mint Shadow
73%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mint Shadow Technical Profile
HEX Code#D8DFDB
RGB216, 223, 219
Estimated LRV72.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyoff-white
BrandPPG
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Pale Linen
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#D8DEDA
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Whispering Waterfall
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#D7DDD9
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Iced Slate
Behr
#D6DCD7
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Bisque .06
Colorhouse
#DAE2DD
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Mantra
Sherwin-Williams
#DCE2DF
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Green Tint
Benjamin Moore
#DBE1DB
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Illuminating Experience
Hirshfield's
#DEE4E0
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Silver Fox
Dunn-Edwards
#D5DBD5
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Whistler
Dutch Boy
#D0D9D4
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Oakleaf Hydrangea
Kilz
#DFE3E0
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Borrowed Light
Farrow & Ball
#D5DBDB
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Colors That Work With Mint Shadow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mint Shadow
#D8DFDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAA
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mint Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mint Shadow 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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Mint Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mint Shadow have?
Mint Shadow by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Mint Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mint Shadow are Pale Linen by Valspar (a close digital match), Whispering Waterfall by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Sheer Elegance by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mint Shadow'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 Mint Shadow?
Mint Shadow has a estimated lightness value of 72.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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