African Queen 0375 is a yellow paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #625D3E, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ground Pepper from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #625D3E · 0375
African Queen
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
African Queen Technical Profile
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African Queen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to African Queen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintAfrican Queen
Nearly identical
BehrGround Pepper
Ground Pepper
Behr
Nearly identical
African Queen
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Palmer Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Olive Green
PPG
Very similar
Glass .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sea Turtle
Valspar
Very similar
Roam Wild
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Palm Leaf
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tea Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Warmed Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Khaki Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With African Queen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
African Queen
#625D3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F7F54
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for African Queen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
African Queen 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 Queen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
African Queen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does African Queen have?
African Queen by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample African Queen in your own space before committing.
What colors match African Queen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to African Queen are Ground Pepper by Behr (a near-identical match), African Queen by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Eastern Bamboo by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting African Queen'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 Queen?
African Queen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why African Queen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.