Medieval 1263 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #686AAE, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Medieval from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #686AAE · 1263
Medieval
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Medieval Technical Profile
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Medieval in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Medieval in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintMedieval
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sMedieval
Medieval
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bellflower
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Purple Statice
Behr
Very similar
Twinkle Night
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Calico
PPG
Very similar
Gentian
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Indi-Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Genie
Kilz
Visible difference
Blue Nova
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Medieval
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Medieval
#686AAE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Medieval
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Medieval 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 Medieval.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Medieval — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Medieval have?
Medieval by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) 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 Medieval in your own space before committing.
What colors match Medieval from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Medieval are Medieval by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Bellflower by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Purple Statice by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Medieval'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 Medieval?
Medieval has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Medieval's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.