China Aster H0055 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #494E61, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tried & True Blue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #494E61 · H0055
China Aster
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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China Aster in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to China Aster in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintChina Aster
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsTried & True Blue
Tried & True Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
India Ink
Kilz
Nearly identical
China Aster
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Federal Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Jet Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Vintage Velvet
Behr
Very similar
When Worlds Collide
Valspar
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Jellied
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With China Aster
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
China Aster
#494E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#655885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for China Aster
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
China Aster 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 China Aster.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
China Aster — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does China Aster have?
China Aster by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 China Aster in your own space before committing.
What colors match China Aster from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to China Aster are Tried & True Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), India Ink by Kilz (a near-identical match), China Aster by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting China Aster'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 China Aster?
China Aster has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.7, 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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