Ref. #F3EDE2 · K-1306
Neutral Ground
85%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Neutral Ground Technical Profile
What color is Neutral Ground? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #F3EDE2. Colors similar to Neutral Ground include Hirshfield's Child Of Heaven, Hirshfield's Nilla Vanilla, Sherwin-Williams Westhighland White. Neutral Ground has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 85, Neutral Ground reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Neutral Ground
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Child Of Heaven
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Westhighland White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Vanilla Milkshake
PPG
Nearly identical
Swiss Coffee
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pillar White
Behr
Nearly identical
Shell White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Child of Heaven
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Powdered
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Neutral Ground
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Neutral Ground
#F3EDE2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Neutral Ground
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Neutral Ground 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 Neutral Ground.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Neutral Ground — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Neutral Ground have?
Neutral Ground by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Neutral Ground from other brands?
The closest matches are Child Of Heaven by Hirshfield's (#F1EBE0), Nilla Vanilla by Hirshfield's (#F1EBE0), Westhighland White by Sherwin-Williams (#F3EEE3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Neutral Ground?
Neutral Ground has an LRV of 85.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Neutral Ground's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.