Ref. #E3EFE2 · K-311
Soft Mint
84%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soft Mint Technical Profile
What color is Soft Mint? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #E3EFE2. Colors similar to Soft Mint include PPG Hint Of Mint, PPG Green Tease, PPG Green Whisper. Soft Mint has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Soft Mint reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Soft Mint
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Mint
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Mint
#E3EFE2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD96
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Mint
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Mint 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 Soft Mint.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soft Mint — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Mint have?
Soft Mint by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Soft Mint from other brands?
The closest matches are Hint Of Mint by PPG (#E3EFE1), Green Tease by PPG (#E3EDE0), Green Whisper by PPG (#E3EEE3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Soft Mint?
Soft Mint has an LRV of 83.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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