Ref. #867861 · C-233
Industrial Strength
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Industrial Strength Technical Profile
What color is Industrial Strength? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #867861. Colors similar to Industrial Strength include Hirshfield's Industrial Strength, MPC Olimbos Green, Dunn-Edwards Mission Trail. Industrial Strength has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Industrial Strength creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Industrial Strength 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 Industrial Strength
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Industrial Strength
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Industrial Strength
#867861
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EA476
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Industrial Strength
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Industrial Strength 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 Industrial Strength.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Industrial Strength — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Industrial Strength have?
Industrial Strength by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Industrial Strength from other brands?
The closest matches are Industrial Strength by Hirshfield's (#877A65), Olimbos Green by MPC (#847661), Mission Trail by Dunn-Edwards (#857A64). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Industrial Strength?
Industrial Strength has an LRV of 19.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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