Ashford 8433 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A9A79D, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hot Stone from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9A79D · 8433
Ashford
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ashford Technical Profile
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Ashford in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ashford in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintAshford
Nearly identical
PPGHot Stone
Hot Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Old Celadon
Behr
Nearly identical
Shark Fin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rare Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cape May Cobblestone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wet Pavement
Valspar
Nearly identical
Distant Dusk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Promenade Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ashford
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ashford
#A9A79D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ashford
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ashford 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 Ashford.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ashford — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ashford have?
Ashford by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ashford in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ashford from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ashford are Hot Stone by PPG (a near-identical match), Skipping Stone Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Old Celadon by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ashford'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 Ashford?
Ashford has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Ashford's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.