Ref. #463730 · C-143
Film Noir
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Film Noir Technical Profile
What color is Film Noir? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #463730. Colors similar to Film Noir include Hirshfield's Film Noir, Benjamin Moore Tarpley Brown, Benjamin Moore Appalachian Brown. Film Noir has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Film Noir creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Film Noir 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 Film Noir
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Film Noir
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Film Noir
#463730
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#655F44
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Film Noir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Film Noir 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 Film Noir.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Film Noir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Film Noir have?
Film Noir by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Film Noir from other brands?
The closest matches are Film Noir by Hirshfield's (#473933), Tarpley Brown by Benjamin Moore (#4A3931), Appalachian Brown by Benjamin Moore (#4A3B34). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Film Noir?
Film Noir has an LRV of 4.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Film Noir's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.