Ref. #A5B3A5 · C-455
Fair Maiden
43%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fair Maiden Technical Profile
What color is Fair Maiden? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A5B3A5. Colors similar to Fair Maiden include Hirshfield's Fair Maiden, Behr Still Gray, Valspar Favourite Jade. Fair Maiden has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Fair Maiden depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Fair Maiden pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Fair Maiden
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Fair Maiden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Still Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Favourite Jade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Frosty Sea Green Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Sage Wisdom
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Forever Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Graceful Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Water .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fair Maiden
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fair Maiden
#A5B3A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fair Maiden
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fair Maiden 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 Fair Maiden.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fair Maiden — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fair Maiden have?
Fair Maiden by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Fair Maiden from other brands?
The closest matches are Fair Maiden by Hirshfield's (#A5B3A5), Still Gray by Behr (#A8B7A9), Favourite Jade by Valspar (#A2B0A0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fair Maiden?
Fair Maiden has an LRV of 43.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fair Maiden's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.