Ref. #FFE296 · C-945
Hot Spot
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hot Spot Technical Profile
What color is Hot Spot? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFE296. Colors similar to Hot Spot include Sherwin-Williams Sunny Veranda, Valspar Fruit Compote, Hirshfield's Sign Of The Crown. Hot Spot has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Hot Spot reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Hot Spot
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sunny Veranda
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fruit Compote
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sign Of The Crown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sun Kissed
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Manila Tint
Behr
Nearly identical
Crowne Hill Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aspire .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Golden Lab
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hot Spot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hot Spot
#FFE296
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hot Spot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hot Spot 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 Hot Spot.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hot Spot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hot Spot have?
Hot Spot by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Hot Spot from other brands?
The closest matches are Sunny Veranda by Sherwin-Williams (#FEDF94), Fruit Compote by Valspar (#FFE190), Sign Of The Crown by Hirshfield's (#FCE299). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hot Spot?
Hot Spot has an LRV of 77.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hot Spot's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.