Hondy Tonk Blue C-618 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #43668B, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Egyptian Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #43668B · C-618
Hondy Tonk Blue
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hondy Tonk Blue Technical Profile
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Hondy Tonk Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hondy Tonk Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintHondy Tonk Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparEgyptian Blue
Egyptian Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Azure Tide
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Distant Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Depths
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mosaic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Old Glory
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Teeny Bikini
PPG
Very similar
Rainy Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dashing Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hondy Tonk Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hondy Tonk Blue
#43668B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#67669B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hondy Tonk Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hondy Tonk Blue 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 Hondy Tonk Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hondy Tonk Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hondy Tonk Blue have?
Hondy Tonk Blue by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hondy Tonk Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hondy Tonk Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hondy Tonk Blue are Egyptian Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Azure Tide by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Distant Blue by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hondy Tonk Blue'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 Hondy Tonk Blue?
Hondy Tonk Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.6, 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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