Ref. #8C9280 · K-890
Maid of the Mist
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Maid of the Mist Technical Profile
What color is Maid of the Mist? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8C9280. Colors similar to Maid of the Mist include Farrow & Ball Card Room Green, Behr Hillside Green, Sherwin-Williams Jade Dragon. Maid of the Mist has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Maid of the Mist depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Maid of the 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 Maid of the Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Maid of the Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Maid of the Mist
#8C9280
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Maid of the Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Maid of the 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Maid of the 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.
Maid of the Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Maid of the Mist have?
Maid of the Mist by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Maid of the Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Card Room Green by Farrow & Ball (#899081), Hillside Green by Behr (#8F9784), Jade Dragon by Sherwin-Williams (#909886). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Maid of the Mist?
Maid of the Mist has an LRV of 27.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Maid of the Mist's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.