Head for the Beach 8480 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A19D84, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orestes from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A19D84 · 8480
Head for the Beach
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Head for the Beach Technical Profile
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Head for the Beach in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Head for the Beach in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintHead for the Beach
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sOrestes
Orestes
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Khaki Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Texas Sage
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cricket
Behr
Nearly identical
Cool Moss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Battle Harbor
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Green Sprout
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Expedition
Kilz
Very similar
Sierra Beige
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Head for the Beach
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Head for the Beach
#A19D84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Head for the Beach
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Head for the 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 Head for the Beach.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Head for the Beach — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Head for the Beach have?
Head for the Beach 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 Head for the Beach in your own space before committing.
What colors match Head for the Beach from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Head for the Beach are Orestes by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Khaki Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Texas Sage by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Head for the Beach'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 Head for the Beach?
Head for the Beach has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Head for the Beach's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.