Vineyard View

Technical Profile

What color is Vineyard View? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #716A42. Colors similar to Vineyard View include MPC Golden Clay Met., Vista Paint Woven Willow, Kilz Anchorage Jacket. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Vineyard View has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Vineyard View (#716A42) by Valspar is a deep green paint color with a balanced saturation that feels natural and approachable. It delivers a grounded richness that adds drama and sophistication. On the temperature spectrum this shade carries a cool cast, lending calm and collected elegance. In its RGB breakdown, red is the dominant channel, which gives it a subtle rosy warmth even under different lighting conditions. At an LRV of 14 it absorbs more light than it reflects, creating a moody, enveloping atmosphere. Deep greens like this create moody elegance in studies, formal dining rooms, and bedroom accent walls. Satin or semi-gloss finishes help deep colors reflect just enough light to show their full depth, especially on accent walls and trim. For color coordination, Vineyard View pairs beautifully with blue tones for bold complementary contrast, or with neighboring green and orange hues for a harmonious, flowing palette. Its neutral undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Valspar is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from MPC, Vista Paint, Kilz and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Vineyard View projects a confident, tailored sophistication associated with classic nautical and Art Deco aesthetics. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for organic modern, biophilic, and mid-century aesthetics. As part of the Valspar palette, Vineyard View benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. Because Vineyard View has a low LRV, it can look dramatically different under incandescent versus daylight bulbs — always test a large swatch on the actual wall before committing. Deep shades generally benefit from a quality primer and may require an extra coat for even, streak-free coverage. Deep tones pair beautifully with velvet upholstery, burnished metal fixtures, dark-stained wood, and textured wallcoverings on adjacent surfaces. You can order Vineyard View (8003-27F) directly from Valspar or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.