Ferncliffe 8521 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #DEC197, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clair De Lune from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #DEC197 · 8521
Ferncliffe
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ferncliffe Technical Profile
HEX Code#DEC197
RGB222, 193, 151
Estimated LRV55.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Ferncliffe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ferncliffe
#DEC197
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ferncliffe
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ferncliffe Room Palettes
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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
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Ferncliffe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ferncliffe have?
Ferncliffe by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ferncliffe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ferncliffe are Clair De Lune by Behr (a close digital match), Tuscan Tan by PPG (a close digital match), Faint Fawn by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ferncliffe'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 Ferncliffe?
Ferncliffe has a estimated lightness value of 55.9, 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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