Fernwood 8402 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C1C5B1, 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.
Ref. #C1C5B1 · 8402
Fernwood
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fernwood Technical Profile
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Fernwood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fernwood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintFernwood
Nearly identical
BehrSage Green
Sage Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Pine
PPG
Nearly identical
Grecian Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Plume Grass
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mint Frost
Valspar
Nearly identical
Loden Frost
Kilz
Very similar
Eddy
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Softened Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Belize Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Seafoam Bubbles
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Leaf .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fernwood
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
Pure 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Fernwood.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fernwood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fernwood have?
Fernwood by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Fernwood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fernwood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fernwood are Sage Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Castle Path by Behr (a near-identical match), Pale Pine by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Fernwood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.