New Uniform 8261 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #49484C, LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Indigo from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #49484C · 8261
New Uniform
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
New Uniform Technical Profile
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New Uniform in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to New Uniform in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintNew Uniform
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDeep Indigo
Deep Indigo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cityscape
Behr
Nearly identical
Grate Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soft Panther
Valspar
Nearly identical
Perle Noir
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Black Tie
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blackhearth
PPG
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Liquorice
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Uniform
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Uniform
#49484C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D5077
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Uniform
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Uniform 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 New Uniform.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
New Uniform — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Uniform have?
New Uniform by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) 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 New Uniform in your own space before committing.
What colors match New Uniform from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to New Uniform are Deep Indigo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cityscape by Behr (a near-identical match), Grate Black by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting New Uniform'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 New Uniform?
New Uniform has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why New Uniform's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.