Ref. #DAD1C5 · C-194
Mossy Shade
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mossy Shade Technical Profile
What color is Mossy Shade? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #DAD1C5. Colors similar to Mossy Shade include PPG Gray Beige, Hirshfield's Mossy Shade, Sherwin-Williams Taupe of the Morning. Mossy Shade has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Mossy Shade 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, Mossy Shade 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 Mossy Shade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Gray Beige
PPG
Nearly identical
Mossy Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Taupe of the Morning
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Starched Linen
Kilz
Nearly identical
Windrush
Behr
Nearly identical
Fine Grain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Frosted Toffee
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mossy Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mossy Shade
#DAD1C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mossy Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mossy Shade 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 Mossy Shade.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mossy Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mossy Shade have?
Mossy Shade by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Mossy Shade from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Beige by PPG (#DAD1C6), Mossy Shade by Hirshfield's (#DBD2C7), Taupe of the Morning by Sherwin-Williams (#DAD2C6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mossy Shade?
Mossy Shade has an LRV of 64.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mossy Shade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.