Ref. #FFCDAB · C-1022
Mellow Glos
68%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mellow Glos Technical Profile
What color is Mellow Glos? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFCDAB. Colors similar to Mellow Glos include Valspar Coral Gable, Benjamin Moore Summer Peach Tree, Hirshfield's Mellow Glow. Mellow Glos has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Mellow Glos sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Mellow Glos
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mellow Glos
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mellow Glos
#FFCDAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6CB5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mellow Glos
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mellow Glos 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 Mellow Glos.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mellow Glos — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mellow Glos have?
Mellow Glos by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Mellow Glos from other brands?
The closest matches are Coral Gable by Valspar (#FDCCA9), Summer Peach Tree by Benjamin Moore (#FFCBA9), Mellow Glow by Hirshfield's (#FFCFAD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mellow Glos?
Mellow Glos has an LRV of 67.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mellow Glos's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.