Dark Shadows 8294 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #5F5D5A, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wright Brown from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F5D5A · 8294
Dark Shadows
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Shadows Technical Profile
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Dark Shadows in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Shadows in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintDark Shadows
Nearly identical
BehrWright Brown
Wright Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Stone's Throw
PPG
Nearly identical
Tobacco Incense
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Semi-Sweet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Forged Steel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gropius Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Softened Coal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Iron Mountain
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dark Umber
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Shadows
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Shadows
#5F5D5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#898E5E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Shadows 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 Dark Shadows.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Shadows have?
Dark Shadows 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 Dark Shadows in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Shadows are Wright Brown by Behr (a near-identical match), Peppery by Behr (a near-identical match), Stone's Throw by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Shadows'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 Dark Shadows?
Dark Shadows has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, 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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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 Dark Shadows's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.