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Misty Coast

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Brand: Behr

Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Misty Coast remains a staple for Behr designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#d5d9d3

LRV

68.00

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Light Reflectance Value

68.00

Light

TemperatureNeutral

Misty Coast in Real Rooms

Misty Coast has a high LRV of 68 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.

1 Living Room Photo

Misty Coast works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Walls in Misty Coast create a serene, light-filled living room atmosphere.

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2 Bedroom Photos

A bedroom finished in Misty Coast rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.

Bedroom walls dressed in Misty Coast evoke calm coastal tranquility.

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The bedroom features soft Misty Coast walls with layered natural textiles.

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1 House Photo

When choosing Misty Coast for an exterior, you are opting for a color that respects the landscape. It feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being dropped onto it, creating a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the garden.

Exterior trim in Misty Coast brightens this traditional home's elegant facade.

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3 Bathroom Photos

In a powder room, Misty Coast can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.

Bathroom walls in Misty Coast paired with marble create spa-like sophistication.

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Vanity wall painted Misty Coast complements brushed nickel fixtures and clean lines.

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The bathroom features Misty Coast walls with soft natural light and classic tile.

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1 Misc Photo

Observe the use of Misty Coast on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.