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Benjamin Moore Hint of Mint 505

Hint of Mint

Benjamin Moore

505

About Hint of Mint by Benjamin Moore

Hint of Mint 505 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 70% and hue near 71° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 70.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d9dccc

RGB: 217, 220, 204

Hue71°

Saturation19%

Lightness83%

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These are close matches to Hint of Mint from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Hint of Mint looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Hint of Mint 505 a warm or cool color?
Hint of Mint by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Hint of Mint?
Hint of Mint sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 71°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hint of Mint?
Brightness is about 70%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 83%. Hue is close to 71°. The hex value is #d9dccc. The RGB value is 217, 220, 204.
Is Hint of Mint better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hint of Mint has brightness around 70%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Hint of Mint?
You can match Hint of Mint with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Hint of Mint work best in a home?
Hint of Mint is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Hint of Mint compare to a pure white paint?
Hint of Mint is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Hint of Mint in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Hint of Mint in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Hint of Mint. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Hint of Mint. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.