Ref. #BCC8BA · 10-30
Niagara Mist
56%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Niagara Mist Technical Profile
What color is Niagara Mist? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #BCC8BA. Colors similar to Niagara Mist include Benjamin Moore Maid, Benjamin Moore Antique Jade, Colorhouse Water .02. Niagara Mist has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Niagara Mist sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Niagara Mist pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Niagara Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Niagara Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Niagara Mist
#BCC8BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD93
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Niagara Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Niagara 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 Niagara 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.
Niagara Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Niagara Mist have?
Niagara Mist by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Niagara Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Maid by Benjamin Moore (#BCC7B8), Antique Jade by Benjamin Moore (#BCC7B8), Water .02 by Colorhouse (#BCC8BC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Niagara Mist?
Niagara Mist has an LRV of 55.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Niagara Mist's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.