Ref. #AFBD9B · K-348
Spanish Moss
48%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Spanish Moss Technical Profile
What color is Spanish Moss? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #AFBD9B. Colors similar to Spanish Moss include Behr Spartan Stone, Hirshfield's Green Glass, Benjamin Moore Sherwood Green. Spanish Moss has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Spanish Moss depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Spanish Moss
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spanish Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spanish Moss
#AFBD9B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spanish Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spanish Moss 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 Spanish Moss.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spanish Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spanish Moss have?
Spanish Moss by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Spanish Moss from other brands?
The closest matches are Spartan Stone by Behr (#AAB795), Green Glass by Hirshfield's (#AAB892), Sherwood Green by Benjamin Moore (#AAB696). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spanish Moss?
Spanish Moss has an LRV of 47.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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