Ref. #9E885F · C-282
Historic Town
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Historic Town Technical Profile
What color is Historic Town? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9E885F. Colors similar to Historic Town include Dunn-Edwards Ridgecrest, Hirshfield's Gold Tangiers, Hirshfield's Historic Town. Historic Town has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Historic Town depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Historic Town 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 Historic Town
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Historic Town
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Historic Town
#9E885F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Historic Town
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Historic Town 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 Historic Town.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Historic Town — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Historic Town have?
Historic Town by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Historic Town from other brands?
The closest matches are Ridgecrest by Dunn-Edwards (#9D8861), Gold Tangiers by Hirshfield's (#9E865E), Historic Town by Hirshfield's (#A18A64). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Historic Town?
Historic Town has an LRV of 25.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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