Midnight in the Tropics 8309 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #3F4341, 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.
Ref. #3F4341 · 8309
Midnight in the Tropics
6%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Midnight in the Tropics Technical Profile
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Midnight in the Tropics in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midnight in the Tropics in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintMidnight in the Tropics
Nearly identical
BehrDark Cavern
Dark Cavern
Behr
Nearly identical
Notre Dame
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Caviar
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dark River
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dark As Night
PPG
Very similar
Typewriter
Kilz
Very similar
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Studio Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Black Olive
RAL
Very similar
Black Lead
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midnight in the Tropics
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
Pure 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Midnight in the Tropics.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Midnight in the Tropics in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Notre Dame by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blacktop by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Why Midnight in the Tropics's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.