Ref. #9C6038 · C-1011
Hampton Beach
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hampton Beach Technical Profile
What color is Hampton Beach? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9C6038. Colors similar to Hampton Beach include Hirshfield's Hampton Beach, Benjamin Moore Rusty, Benjamin Moore Terra Mauve. Hampton Beach has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Hampton Beach 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, Hampton Beach 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 Hampton Beach
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hampton Beach
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hampton Beach
#9C6038
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A69F61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hampton Beach
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hampton Beach 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 Hampton Beach.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hampton Beach — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hampton Beach have?
Hampton Beach by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Hampton Beach from other brands?
The closest matches are Hampton Beach by Hirshfield's (#9D603B), Rusty by Benjamin Moore (#9D6141), Terra Mauve by Benjamin Moore (#9D6141). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hampton Beach?
Hampton Beach has an LRV of 15.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hampton Beach's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.