Bethel Corner 8249 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A3A7AF, LRV 39 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ascot Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3A7AF · 8249
Bethel Corner
39%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bethel Corner Technical Profile
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Bethel Corner in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bethel Corner in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintBethel Corner
Nearly identical
PPGAscot Blue
Ascot Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Baby Seal
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Nickel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Modern Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Window Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Masterpiece
Behr
Very similar
Winterfell
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dusky Mood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aviator Silver
Kilz
Very similar
A Month of Sundays
Valspar
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bethel Corner
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bethel Corner
#A3A7AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bethel Corner
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bethel Corner 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 Bethel Corner.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bethel Corner — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bethel Corner have?
Bethel Corner by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) 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 Bethel Corner in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bethel Corner from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bethel Corner are Ascot Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Baby Seal by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Nickel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bethel Corner'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 Bethel Corner?
Bethel Corner 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 Bethel Corner's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.