Skip to main content
Benjamin Moore Sylvan Mist CSP-740

Sylvan Mist

Benjamin Moore

CSP-740

About Sylvan Mist by Benjamin Moore

Sylvan Mist CSP-740 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 54% and hue near 148° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 54.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b7c6be

RGB: 183, 198, 190

Hue148°

Saturation12%

Lightness75%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Sylvan Mist CSP-740 a warm or cool color?
Sylvan Mist by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sylvan Mist?
Sylvan Mist sits in the green family. Its hue is about 148°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sylvan Mist?
Brightness is about 54%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 75%. Hue is close to 148°. The hex value is #b7c6be. The RGB value is 183, 198, 190.
Is Sylvan Mist better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sylvan Mist has brightness around 54%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sylvan Mist?
You can match Sylvan 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 Sylvan Mist work best in a home?
Sylvan Mist works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Sylvan Mist compare to a pure white paint?
Sylvan Mist is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Sylvan 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 Sylvan 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 Sylvan Mist. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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