Balboa Mist → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist (OC-27), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Balboa Mist
If you love Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist but need a Behr alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Balboa Mist (OC-27) is a light greige with warm pink-beige undertones. A soft, warm greige similar to Pale Oak but with slightly more pink warmth. Lighter and airier than Revere Pewter. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 67.37) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Balboa Mist and every Behr color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Behr option is Silver Drop (PPU18-07) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Silver Drop is cooler and less pink. Similar lightness but different undertone character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Balboa Mist
Silver Drop is cooler and less pink. Similar lightness but different undertone character.
| Balboa Mist | Silver Drop | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 67.37 | 61 |
| Hex | #DCD5CA | #CFCBC3 |
| Undertone | Warm Pink-Beige | Warm Gray-Beige |
| Family | Greige | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Balboa Mist has warm pink-beige undertones. A soft, warm greige similar to Pale Oak but with slightly more pink warmth. Lighter and airier than Revere Pewter.
Silver Drop has warm gray-beige undertones. A versatile light gray with warm beige undertones. Neither too warm nor too cool, it sits in comfortable neutral territory.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Balboa Mist's warm pink-beige quality may read differently than Silver Drop's warm gray-beige character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Balboa Mist in Your Room
Reads as a soft, warm neutral in most lighting. The pink comes forward in north-facing rooms. In bright south light, it looks like a warm off-white.
Silver Drop in Your Room
Reads as a light warm gray in most conditions. In very warm light, the beige undertone becomes more visible. A safe, crowd-pleasing choice.
LRV and Brightness
Balboa Mist has an LRV of 67.37, while Silver Drop has an LRV of 61. That means Balboa Mist reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Balboa Mist will make the space feel brighter and more open than Silver Drop. If you are switching to the Behr option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Balboa Mist
Benjamin Moore recommends Balboa Mist for: living room, bedroom, hallway, bathroom, whole house. With an LRV of 67.37, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Silver Drop is recommended for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, bathroom. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Balboa Mist in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Balboa Mist (OC-27) is Silver Drop (PPU18-07) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Silver Drop is cooler and less pink. Similar lightness but different undertone character. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Balboa Mist is a Benjamin Moore color with warm pink-beige undertones and an LRV of 67.37. Silver Drop is a Behr color with warm gray-beige undertones and an LRV of 61. With a Delta E of 4.4, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4.4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.