Light Mint vs Orleans Violet paint color comparison

Light Mint vs Orleans Violet

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Light Mint reads as blue, while Orleans Violet reads as pink-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 82 vs 68, Light Mint will read as the brighter of the two — a 14-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Light Mint's green character against Orleans Violet's red — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 19.4, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Light Mint
Benjamin Moore · 2046-70
LRV81.8
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2046-70
UndertoneGreen
TemperatureCool
BrightnessLight
Orleans Violet
Benjamin Moore · 1374
LRV67.5
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1374
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight

Light Mint vs Orleans Violet Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Light Mint on one side and Orleans Violet on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.