Candle Wax 0374 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #6D6951, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spruce Woods from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #6D6951 · 0374
Candle Wax
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Candle Wax Technical Profile
HEX Code#6D6951
RGB109, 105, 81
Estimated LRV13.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Spruce Woods
Dunn-Edwards
#6F6A52
Close digital match
Thai Basil
Valspar
#6D6953
Close digital match
Sterling Forest
Benjamin Moore
#6E694F
Close digital match
Candle Wax
Hirshfield's
#6F6A53
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Paleo
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#706B51
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#6E6A4C
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#6B6757
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Colors That Work With Candle Wax
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candle Wax
#6D6951
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F9160
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candle Wax
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candle Wax 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
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Candle Wax — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candle Wax have?
Candle Wax by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Candle Wax from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candle Wax are Spruce Woods by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Thai Basil by Valspar (a close digital match), Sterling Forest by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Candle Wax'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 Candle Wax?
Candle Wax has a estimated lightness value of 13.9, 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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