French Clay 8423 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #8B8C7D, LRV 26 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Pewter from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B8C7D · 8423
French Clay
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
French Clay Technical Profile
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French Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to French Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintFrench Clay
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAntique Pewter
Antique Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stone Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Ottertail
Behr
Nearly identical
Stone Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cottage Lattice Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Willowleaf
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Meander
PPG
Very similar
Everlasting Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Niagara Valley
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Clay
#8B8C7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Clay 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 French Clay.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Clay have?
French Clay by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) 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 French Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match French Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Clay are Antique Pewter by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Stone Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Desert Twilight by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting French Clay'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 French Clay?
French Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why French Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.