Hampstead 8422 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #6C6B5A, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eye of the Storm from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6C6B5A · 8422
Hampstead
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hampstead Technical Profile
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Hampstead in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hampstead in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintHampstead
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sEye of the Storm
Eye of the Storm
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Army Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Double Duty
PPG
Nearly identical
Aged Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Royal Ivy
Kilz
Nearly identical
City Arboretum
Valspar
Very similar
Eclipse
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hammlet Hill
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Concrete Grey
RAL
Very similar
Mountain Olive
Behr
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hampstead
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hampstead
#6C6B5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F9564
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hampstead
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hampstead 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 Hampstead.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hampstead — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hampstead have?
Hampstead 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 Hampstead in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hampstead from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hampstead are Eye of the Storm by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Army Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Castle Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hampstead'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 Hampstead?
Hampstead has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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