Ref. #505646 · K-880
Irish Moss
9%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Irish Moss Technical Profile
What color is Irish Moss? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #505646. Colors similar to Irish Moss include PPG Castle Stone, RAL Green Grey, Sherwin-Williams Forestwood. Irish Moss has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Irish Moss creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Irish Moss 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 Irish Moss
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Irish Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Irish Moss
#505646
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#587C53
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Irish Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Irish Moss 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Irish Moss.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Irish Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Irish Moss have?
Irish Moss by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Irish Moss from other brands?
The closest matches are Castle Stone by PPG (#525746), Green Grey by RAL (#4D5645), Forestwood by Sherwin-Williams (#4D5346). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Irish Moss?
Irish Moss has an LRV of 8.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Irish Moss's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.