Ref. #D2C680 · K-442
Avalon
56%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Avalon Technical Profile
What color is Avalon? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D2C680. Colors similar to Avalon include PPG Serene Scene, Dunn-Edwards Sour Apple, Dunn-Edwards Tropical Moss. Avalon has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Avalon sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Avalon reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Avalon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Avalon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Avalon
#D2C680
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Avalon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Avalon 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 Avalon.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Avalon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Avalon have?
Avalon by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Avalon from other brands?
The closest matches are Serene Scene by PPG (#D2C880), Sour Apple by Dunn-Edwards (#D2C785), Tropical Moss by Dunn-Edwards (#D2C478). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Avalon?
Avalon has an LRV of 55.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Avalon's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.