Light Mint
What Light Mint Actually Looks Like
Light Mint 2046-70 is exactly what its name promises: a very light, fresh green that reads closer to a washed aqua than a leafy green. It sits near the top of the value scale, so walls feel open and bright without being stark white. In generous natural light the color glows with a clean, almost watery clarity. In lower light or north-facing rooms it can shift noticeably cooler, leaning toward a pale icy blue-green rather than a soft mint.
Light Mint Undertones
The color carries a distinct cool blue-green undertone. This is not a green with yellow warmth behind it. That cool aqua pull is consistent, and it will intensify around warm whites or cream trim, making those adjacent surfaces look more golden by contrast. Pair it with crisp, clean whites and the cool undertone settles into a cohesive, refreshing palette. Bring in warm wood tones or honey-colored materials and the contrast becomes more pronounced, which can work well if that tension is intentional.
Where Light Mint Works Best
Light Mint works well in bathrooms, laundry rooms, and kids rooms where a light, cheerful color reads as fresh rather than cold. It is also a reasonable choice for a sunroom or a room with strong southern or eastern light, where the brightness of the space keeps the cool undertone from feeling chilly. In a basement or a room with very little natural light, the blue-green shift can make the space feel colder than intended, so consider a warmer alternative in those situations.
Where to put Light Mint
A bathroom is one of the most natural fits for Light Mint. The cool aqua quality reads as clean and spa-like, and the high light value keeps a smaller bathroom from feeling enclosed. Use white tile and chrome or brushed nickel fixtures to stay in the cool family and let the color do its work without competition.
Light Mint is soft enough to avoid feeling overpowering in a child's room and works equally well for any child. It pairs easily with white furniture and natural wood pieces. If the room faces north, be prepared for the color to read a bit icier on overcast days, which some find appealing and others find too cool for a bedroom.
A laundry room benefits from a color that feels clean and bright, and Light Mint delivers both. The high LRV reflects light well in a space that often has limited natural light from a small window or none at all. Keep the trim and cabinetry crisp white so the mint reads as intentional rather than dingy.
In a south- or east-facing room with plenty of direct light, Light Mint stays true to its fresh, clear character throughout the day. The cool undertone is balanced by the warmth of sunlight, making this one of the settings where the color is most reliable and consistent.
What to Pair With Light Mint
Because no coordinating colors are listed in our database for this color, the pairings below draw on general color principles for a cool, high-value blue-green like Light Mint 2046-70.
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Colors that clash with Light Mint
Light Mint's cool blue-green undertone sits on the opposite side of the color wheel from warm yellows and oranges. Flooring, furniture, or trim in those warm tones will look more saturated and clashing next to this color rather than harmonious.
A creamy or warm off-white trim will conflict with Light Mint's cool undertone. The contrast makes the trim look yellow and the wall color look colder than it actually is.
In a room with little natural light or a northern exposure, Light Mint can shift toward a pale icy blue that feels cold rather than fresh, especially in winter months.
Common questions
Benjamin Moore Light Mint has the color code 2046-70, a hex value of #D5F4ED, and a precise LRV of 81.84, which places it firmly in the light end of the value scale.
It depends on the room's light and your personal tolerance for cool colors. In a bright east- or south-facing bedroom it reads as fresh and calm. In a north-facing bedroom with limited light it can feel noticeably cool, especially in the evening under artificial lighting. Sample it on the actual wall and observe it at night before committing.
Yes. The color is pale enough to feel gentle and soothing rather than bold, and its gender-neutral quality makes it a practical choice. Pair it with white furniture and soft natural textiles to keep the room feeling warm despite the cool wall color.
For most living spaces, an eggshell finish balances washability with a soft, low-sheen appearance that suits a light color well. In bathrooms or laundry rooms where moisture and cleaning are factors, a satin finish gives you more durability without making the color look noticeably shiny.