Milkweed H0117 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #8A7F69, estimated LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Milkweed from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #8A7F69 · H0117
Milkweed
22%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Milkweed Technical Profile
HEX Code#8A7F69
RGB138, 127, 105
Estimated LRV21.6
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Milkweed
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Milkweed
Hirshfield's
#8C7F69
Close digital match
Meadow Trail
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#8D8168
Close digital match
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#8F826B
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#857C65
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#857A64
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Colors That Work With Milkweed
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Milkweed
#8A7F69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1A97D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Milkweed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Milkweed 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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Milkweed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Milkweed have?
Milkweed by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Milkweed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Milkweed are Milkweed by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Meadow Trail by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Mortar by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Milkweed'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 Milkweed?
Milkweed has a estimated lightness value of 21.6, 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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