Orchid Shadow 0551 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CBC5C1, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orchid Shadow from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBC5C1 · 0551
Orchid Shadow
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Orchid Shadow Technical Profile
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Orchid Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Orchid Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintOrchid Shadow
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sOrchid Shadow
Orchid Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Roma Haze Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Race Track
Behr
Nearly identical
Grayish
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Misted Silver
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Modest Silver
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ice Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pavilion Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Portland Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Orchid Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orchid Shadow
#CBC5C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orchid Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orchid Shadow 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 Orchid Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Orchid Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orchid Shadow have?
Orchid Shadow by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Orchid Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Orchid Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orchid Shadow are Orchid Shadow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Roma Haze Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Race Track by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Orchid Shadow'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 Orchid Shadow?
Orchid Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Orchid Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.