Brownstone K-1027 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #DDBC9B, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Terra Bella from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDBC9B · K-1027
Brownstone
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brownstone Technical Profile
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Brownstone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brownstone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintBrownstone
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTerra Bella
Terra Bella
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dusty Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Sun Tan
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lion Cub
Kilz
Nearly identical
Friar Tuck
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Honey Glow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bagel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nutmeg Glow
PPG
Nearly identical
Rustic Peach
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brownstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brownstone
#DDBC9B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brownstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brownstone 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 Brownstone.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brownstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brownstone have?
Brownstone by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brownstone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brownstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brownstone are Terra Bella by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dusty Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Sun Tan by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Brownstone'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 Brownstone?
Brownstone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brownstone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.