Downy Feather 0975 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #FBAA65, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Downy Feather from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FBAA65 · 0975
Downy Feather
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Downy Feather Technical Profile
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Downy Feather in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Downy Feather in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintDowny Feather
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDowny Feather
Downy Feather
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sorbete De Melon
PPG
Nearly identical
Tangerine Zing
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cheese Puff
Behr
Nearly identical
Market Melon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Orange Ice
Valspar
Very similar
Vesa Peach
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tangerine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Downy Feather
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Downy Feather
#FBAA65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D3CE5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Downy Feather
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Downy Feather 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 Downy Feather.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Downy Feather — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Downy Feather have?
Downy Feather by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) 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 Downy Feather in your own space before committing.
What colors match Downy Feather from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Downy Feather are Downy Feather by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Sorbete De Melon by PPG (a near-identical match), Tangerine Zing by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Downy Feather'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 Downy Feather?
Downy Feather has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.2, 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
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 Downy Feather's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.