Ref. #A2D5C3 · C-706
Shimmering Glade
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shimmering Glade Technical Profile
What color is Shimmering Glade? It's a light cool green with the hex code #A2D5C3. Colors similar to Shimmering Glade include Hirshfield's Shimmering Glade, Behr Swan Sea, PPG Flowering Cactus. Shimmering Glade has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Shimmering Glade sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Shimmering Glade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shimmering Glade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shimmering Glade
#A2D5C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82A9B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shimmering Glade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shimmering Glade 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 Shimmering Glade.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shimmering Glade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shimmering Glade have?
Shimmering Glade by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Shimmering Glade from other brands?
The closest matches are Shimmering Glade by Hirshfield's (#A3D6C5), Swan Sea by Behr (#A6DBC9), Flowering Cactus by PPG (#A2D4BD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Shimmering Glade?
Shimmering Glade has an LRV of 59.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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