Mint Essence OW120 is a green paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #EFF3E6, LRV 88 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aspen Whisper from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EFF3E6 · OW120
Mint Essence
88%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mint Essence Technical Profile
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Mint Essence in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mint Essence in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintMint Essence
Nearly identical
BehrAspen Whisper
Aspen Whisper
Behr
Nearly identical
Alaskan Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Spring Breeze
Kilz
Nearly identical
Applemint
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hidden Jade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
New Monsoon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tint of Mint
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Imagine .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Tulle White
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grey White
RAL
Very similar
Spinach White
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mint Essence
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mint Essence
#EFF3E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8CAF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mint Essence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mint Essence 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 Mint Essence.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mint Essence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mint Essence have?
Mint Essence by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mint Essence in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mint Essence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mint Essence are Aspen Whisper by Behr (a near-identical match), Alaskan Mist by PPG (a near-identical match), Spring Breeze by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mint Essence'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 Mint Essence?
Mint Essence has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 88.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Mint Essence's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.