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Benjamin Moore Mountain Mist 868

Mountain Mist

Benjamin Moore

868

About Mountain Mist by Benjamin Moore

Mountain Mist 868 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 71% and hue near 173° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 70.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #d4dddc

RGB: 212, 221, 220

Hue173°

Saturation12%

Lightness85%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Mountain Mist 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 Mountain Mist looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Mountain Mist 868 a warm or cool color?
Mountain Mist by Benjamin Moore is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Mountain Mist?
Mountain Mist sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 173°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mountain Mist?
Brightness is about 71%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 85%. Hue is close to 173°. The hex value is #d4dddc. The RGB value is 212, 221, 220.
Is Mountain Mist better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mountain Mist has brightness around 71%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Mountain Mist?
You can match Mountain Mist 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 Mountain Mist work best in a home?
Mountain Mist is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft cool backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Mountain Mist compare to a pure white paint?
Mountain Mist is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Mountain Mist 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 Mountain Mist 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 Mountain Mist. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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