Evergreen Fog vs October Mist
A side-by-side comparison of Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog (SW 9130) and Benjamin Moore October Mist (1495).
| Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog | Benjamin Moore October Mist | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SW 9130 | 1495 |
| Hex |
#ACB1A3
|
#C5CABC
|
| RGB | 172, 177, 163 | 197, 202, 188 |
| LRV | 30 | 56 |
| Undertone | Muted Green | Soft Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
| Best Rooms | Living Room, Bedroom, Exterior, Accent Wall, Office | Living Room, Bedroom, Bathroom, Nursery, Office |
LRV Comparison
Light Reflectance Value measures how much light a color reflects. Evergreen Fog has an LRV of 30 (medium-dark) and October Mist has an LRV of 56 (medium). October Mist will make a room feel noticeably brighter.
The Full Comparison
The 2022 Colors of the Year go head to head. Evergreen Fog (SW) is darker and more distinctly green, with real depth and presence on the wall. October Mist (BM) is lighter and more subtle, reading almost as a warm gray with a green whisper. In a north-facing room, Evergreen Fog maintains its green identity while October Mist may fade to gray. On an accent wall, Evergreen Fog makes a statement. For whole-house color, October Mist's subtlety is more versatile. Both pair beautifully with warm whites and natural wood.
Evergreen Fog Undertones
A sophisticated muted sage green with gray undertones. The 2022 Color of the Year that has maintained its popularity. Earthy without being dark.
October Mist Undertones
Benjamin Moore's 2022 Color of the Year. A gentle, muted sage green with gray undertones. More subtle and lighter than Sherwin Williams' Evergreen Fog.
Lighting Behavior
Evergreen Fog: In bright light, the green is more pronounced. In dim rooms, it reads as a medium warm gray with just a hint of green. Very versatile and atmospheric.
October Mist: In bright light, the green is soft and pleasant. In dim or north-facing rooms, it reads almost as a warm gray with a green whisper. Very versatile and calming.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Evergreen Fog (Sherwin Williams) and October Mist (Benjamin Moore) are not the same color. They're in the same family (green), but they differ in undertone, LRV, and how they behave in different lighting. Evergreen Fog has muted green undertones, while October Mist has soft sage undertones. Always compare physical samples before choosing.
October Mist is lighter with an LRV of 56, compared to Evergreen Fog's LRV of 30. LRV (Light Reflectance Value) measures how much light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (black) to 100 (white).
That's a popular combination. Using the darker Evergreen Fog (LRV 30) on walls and the lighter October Mist (LRV 56) on trim creates a classic contrast that makes the trim pop.