Looking for the perfect glacial gray paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Behr Misty Coast and if it might be right for your home!
If you're looking for a neutral color that's gray but not too gray, this post is for you!
Neutrals are a great option for walls. They provide a blank slate, allowing your decor and finishes to go in any direction you choose.
However, even if you settle on "gray," there are so many grays out there. Light or dark, warm or cool. The possibilities are endless.
If you want a gray with some subtle blue and green, a bit of a nod to the outdoors while still saying neutral-adjacent, Behr Misty Coast is a great choice. Let's talk about the details!
Misty Coast, Behr, PPU25-13
Misty Coast is just like it sounds: a glacial gray with hints of blue and green. It feels organic and fresh, while still providing a soft, neutral-ish backdrop.
Color Family
Misty Coast is in the gray family.
Light Reflectance Value
68
Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.
With an LRV of 68, Misty Coast is a light paint color. It appears as a light and bright color without being washed out, but it has enough color depth to hold its own.
RGB Colors
R: 213 G: 217 B: 211
RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!
Hex Code
#D5D9D3
Undertones
Misty Coast has blue and a subtle green undertone.
In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Misty Coast will appear a bit brighter and warmer.
In darker spaces, such as north-facing rooms, Misty Coast will appear a bit darker and cooler.
It's very important to swatch colors on your wall to make sure they look good – day and night – in your actual space before committing.
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Best uses
Misty Coast is neutral enough to work as a whole house paint color.
It also looks great when used for:
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms
- Home exterior
- Interior doors
- Cabinets
- Furniture
Similar Colors
- Behr Curio
- Sherwin Williams Opaline
- Benjamin Moore Wickham Gray
- Behr Pensive Sky
- Sherwin Williams Fleur De Sel
- Benjamin Moore Ice Cap
- Behr Salt Glaze
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Coordinating Colors
Because it's such a neutral color, Misty Coast pairs well with almost any color. It coordinates especially well with cool paint colors (blues, greens, grays, crisp whites) due to its blue and green undertones.
Misty Coast also pairs well with muted pinks and reds, as well as violets.
Deep greens:
- Black Bamboo
- North Woods
- Pastoral
- Bonsai Trunk
- Night Mission
Crisp whites:
- Ultra Pure White
- Blanca Peak
- Whipped Cream
- Cotton Ball
- Polar Bear
Light to mid grays:
- High Speed Access
- Lunar Surface
- Quiet Time
- Alaskan Gray
- Classic Silver
Trim Colors
Since Misty Coast is a cool paint color, I prefer to pair it with a crisp white trim for contrast.
- Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Sherwin Williams Extra White
- Behr Ultra Pure White
Misty Coast color palette
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FAQS
Here are some frequently asked questions about Misty Coast.
What's the difference: Behr Misty Coast vs SW Sea Salt?
Behr Misty Coast is slightly lighter than Sherwin Williams Sea Salt.
While both colors are a mix of gray, green, and blue, Misty Coast is more gray and Sea Salt is more green. Misty Coast is also a bit more muted, and Sea Salt is more saturated.
Sea Salt is one of the most popular paint colors. It's a gorgeous color, but that doesn't automatically mean it's the right choice for you. Swatch both, review them in different lighting, and see which you prefer!
What's the difference: Behr Misty Coast vs SW Opaline?
While these two share many similarities, Opaline is a bit lighter than Misty Coast.
Both colors are a mix of gray, green, and blue, but Misty Coast is a bit more gray and Opaline is more green-blue.
Always swatch colors in your space before making a decision—especially when two colors are this close!
What color trim with Behr Misty Coast?
Because Misty Coast is a cool paint color, I prefer to pair it with a crisp white trim for some nice contrast.
My top bright white trim choices are Behr Ultra Pure White, BM Simply White, or SW Extra White.
What color is Behr Misty Coast?
Behr Misty Coast is a glacial gray with blue and green undertones, giving it a soft, peaceful feel.
What's the difference: Behr Misty Coast vs SW Misty?
Misty Coast is a bit lighter and more gray / green ; Misty is slightly darker and more blue.
Your favorite will depend on your personal decor style and the lighting in your space. Swatch both and see which fits best in your space.
What colors go with Misty Coast?
Since it's such a neutral color, Misty Coast pairs beautifully with almost any color. It coordinates especially well with cool paint colors (blues, greens, grays, crisp whites) due to its blue and green undertones.
To start, swatch Misty Coast with Black Bamboo (a deep green), Ultra Pure White (a crisp white), or High Speed Access (a light gray).
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Thanks for reading!
Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.
