Historic Shade 0372 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #ABA68F, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whispering Willow from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #ABA68F · 0372
Historic Shade
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Historic Shade Technical Profile
HEX Code#ABA68F
RGB171, 166, 143
Estimated LRV37.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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#ADA892
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Historic Shade
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#ADA791
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#B2AC96
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Colors That Work With Historic Shade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Historic Shade
#ABA68F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Historic Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Historic Shade 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
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Historic Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Historic Shade have?
Historic Shade by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Historic Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Historic Shade are Whispering Willow by PPG (a close digital match), Historic Shade by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), River Birch by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Historic Shade'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 Historic Shade?
Historic Shade has a estimated lightness value of 37.9, 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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