Midnight in the Tropics 8309 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #3F4341, estimated LRV 6 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Cavern from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #3F4341 · 8309
Midnight in the Tropics
6%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Midnight in the Tropics Technical Profile
HEX Code#3F4341
RGB63, 67, 65
Estimated LRV5.5
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 Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Midnight in the Tropics
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight in the Tropics
#3F4341
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#486D6D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight in the Tropics
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight in the Tropics 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
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Midnight in the Tropics — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight in the Tropics have?
Midnight in the Tropics by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Midnight in the Tropics from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midnight in the Tropics are Dark Cavern by Behr (a close digital match), Notre Dame by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Blacktop by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Midnight in the Tropics'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 Midnight in the Tropics?
Midnight in the Tropics has a estimated lightness value of 5.5, 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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