Castleton Mist
Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Castleton Mist remains a staple for Benjamin Moore 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 9 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#DAD3A1
LRV
61.44
Castleton Mist's Color Strip
Castleton Mist is the eighth shade on this 9-color strip, sitting between Sesame and Geddy White. The strip spans from Mountain Peak White at the lightest end to Geddy White at the deepest. Strip oc-38 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Castleton Mist in Real Rooms
Castleton Mist has a high LRV of 61.44 — 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. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a house, living room and misc.
3 House Photos
The way Castleton Mist interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.
Home exterior painted in Castleton Mist exudes timeless coastal charm.
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Soft gray siding in Castleton Mist creates a peaceful house exterior.
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House painted in Castleton Mist showcases a sophisticated neutral palette.
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5 Living Room Photos
There is a specific "glow" that Castleton Mist takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.
Hallway walls in Castleton Mist guide light through the home gracefully.
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Staircase walls painted Castleton Mist brighten vertical transitions with soft gray.
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Stair walls in Castleton Mist create cohesive flow throughout living spaces.
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Hallway painted in Castleton Mist connects rooms with quiet elegance.
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Staircase in Castleton Mist features soft gray tones for visual harmony.
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1 Misc Photo
These "miscellaneous" applications of Castleton Mist prove that there is truly no room in the house that wouldn't benefit from its sophisticated, grounded, and endlessly adaptable presence.
Wall painted Castleton Mist brings gentle sophistication to any interior.
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