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Ref. #B5C8C9 · 1034-4

Misty Surf

55%LRV Value
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Misty Surf 1034-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B5C8C9, LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yarmouth Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.

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Misty Surf Technical Profile

HEX Code#B5C8C9
RGB181, 200, 201
LRV55.3
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG

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Misty Surf in Every Brand

The closest equivalent to Misty Surf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →

PPGMisty Surf
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreYarmouth Blue

Yarmouth Blue

Benjamin Moore

Nearly identical

Dayflower

Behr

Nearly identical

Berry Mojito

Dunn-Edwards

Nearly identical

Restful Retreat

Vista Paint

Nearly identical

Appleton

Hirshfield's

Nearly identical

Degas Blue

Valspar

Nearly identical

Fluttering Blue

Dutch Boy

Nearly identical

Water .03

Colorhouse

Very similar

Chilly Morning

Kilz

Very similar

Sleepy Blue

Sherwin-Williams

Very similar

Parma Gray

Farrow & Ball

Very similar

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Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Misty Surf

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Misty Surf

#B5C8C9

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#8597AD

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Misty Surf

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Gossamer Blue

Complement

Flutter by

Misty Surf Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Delicate White

Accent

Obligation

Pop

Green Pear

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Delicate White

Accent

Blue Zephyr

Pop

Red Bluff

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Delicate White

Accent

Rich Raisin

Pop

Teaberry Blossom

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar PPG Colors

Other PPG colors close to Misty Surf.

Icy Teal

PPG · 50GG 55/049

#BBC8C6

Train

PPG · PPG0993-2

#BFC3C6

Faded Denim

PPG · 10BB 55/065

#BDC5D1

Silver Reflection

PPG · 50BG 54/017

#C0C4C6

Misty Grey Green

PPG · 10GG 53/030

#BEC4C1

Faded Violet

PPG · 50BB 54/079

#BEC1D2

More neutral colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Storm Rolling In

Valspar · 8004-1D

#979193

Nightfall

Dunn-Edwards · DE5804

#43535E

Overcast Sky

Dunn-Edwards · DE5821

#A7B8C4

Love Affair

Benjamin Moore · 1266

#865A5E

Royal Proclamation

Vista Paint · 1297

#A89EBA

Winter Grass

Kilz · LF130-02

#958B6A

Misty Surf — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Misty Surf have?
Misty Surf by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Misty Surf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Misty Surf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Misty Surf are Yarmouth Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dayflower by Behr (a near-identical match), Berry Mojito by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Misty Surf'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 Misty Surf?
Misty Surf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.3, 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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