Dowager 0442 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #838B7F, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dowager from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #838B7F · 0442
Dowager
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Dowager Technical Profile
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Dowager in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dowager in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintDowager
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDowager
Dowager
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Carolina Gull
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Peaceful Glade
Behr
Nearly identical
Cottage Lattice Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone Craft
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Card Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Smokey Sage
PPG
Very similar
Lincoln Green
Kilz
Very similar
Willowleaf
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cattails
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dowager
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dowager
#838B7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dowager
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dowager 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 Dowager.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dowager — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dowager have?
Dowager by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) 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 Dowager in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dowager from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dowager are Dowager by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Carolina Gull by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Peaceful Glade by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dowager'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 Dowager?
Dowager has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.8, 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 Dowager's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.