Lamb’s Ear 8417 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #ADB99E, estimated LRV 46 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Refuge Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #ADB99E · 8417
Lamb’s Ear
46%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lamb’s Ear Technical Profile
HEX Code#ADB99E
RGB173, 185, 158
Estimated LRV46.1
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyneutral
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Lamb’s Ear
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lamb’s Ear
#ADB99E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lamb’s Ear
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lamb’s Ear Room Palettes
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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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Lamb’s Ear — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lamb’s Ear have?
Lamb’s Ear by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Lamb’s Ear from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lamb’s Ear are Refuge Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Mow the Lawn by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Whirlybird by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lamb’s Ear'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 Lamb’s Ear?
Lamb’s Ear has a estimated lightness value of 46.1, 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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