Ref. #E0DBCD · 14-07
Scotch Mist
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Scotch Mist Technical Profile
What color is Scotch Mist? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #E0DBCD. Colors similar to Scotch Mist include Valspar Gracious, Benjamin Moore Wind's Breath, Valspar September Fog. Scotch Mist has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Scotch Mist reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Scotch 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 Scotch Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Gracious
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wind's Breath
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oat Milk
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Feather Stone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Feather Stone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
School House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Vintage Linen
Behr
Nearly identical
Flying Dove
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Scotch Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scotch Mist
#E0DBCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scotch Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scotch 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 Scotch Mist.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Scotch Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scotch Mist have?
Scotch Mist by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Scotch Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Gracious by Valspar (#E2DDCF), Wind's Breath by Benjamin Moore (#E0DCCE), September Fog by Valspar (#DEDACC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Scotch Mist?
Scotch Mist has an LRV of 70.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Scotch Mist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.