Fernwood 8402 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C1C5B1, estimated LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sage Green from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #C1C5B1 · 8402
Fernwood
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fernwood Technical Profile
HEX Code#C1C5B1
RGB193, 197, 177
Estimated LRV54.4
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 Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Fernwood
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fernwood
#C1C5B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#91AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fernwood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fernwood 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
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Fernwood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fernwood have?
Fernwood by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Fernwood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fernwood are Sage Green by Behr (a close digital match), Castle Path by Behr (a close digital match), Pale Pine by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fernwood'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 Fernwood?
Fernwood has a estimated lightness value of 54.4, 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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