African Ivory 8020 is a off-white paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #F7ECDE, estimated LRV 85 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Opal from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #F7ECDE · 8020
African Ivory
85%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
African Ivory Technical Profile
HEX Code#F7ECDE
RGB247, 236, 222
Estimated LRV85.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyoff-white
BrandVista Paint
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to African Ivory
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Opal
Benjamin Moore
#F7EDE0
Close digital match
Heavy Cream
Behr
#F5EBDD
Close digital match
Euro Linen
PPG
#F2E8DB
Close digital match
Salt Box
Dunn-Edwards
#F5E9D9
Close digital match
Halogen
Valspar
#F8EFE2
Close digital match
Cotton White
Sherwin-Williams
#F7EFE3
Close digital match
Sweet Buttermilk
Hirshfield's
#FCEEDD
Close digital match
Family Heirloom
Kilz
#F6ECE2
Close digital match
White Linen
Dutch Boy
#F2EADA
Similar digital color
Dimity
Farrow & Ball
#EEE3D3
Similar digital color
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With African Ivory
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
African Ivory
#F7ECDE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BABE74
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for African Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
African Ivory Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to African Ivory.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
African Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does African Ivory have?
African Ivory by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match African Ivory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to African Ivory are Opal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Heavy Cream by Behr (a close digital match), Citrus Mist by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting African Ivory's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of African Ivory?
African Ivory has a estimated lightness value of 85.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
Explore More with African Ivory
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why African Ivory's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.