Ref. #50498A · K-64
Petulant Pat
8%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Petulant Pat Technical Profile
What color is Petulant Pat? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #50498A. Colors similar to Petulant Pat include Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue, Dunn-Edwards Fresh Eggplant, Dunn-Edwards Beaded Blue. Petulant Pat has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Petulant Pat creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Petulant Pat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Petulant Pat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Petulant Pat
#50498A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#886A9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Petulant Pat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Petulant Pat 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 Petulant Pat.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Petulant Pat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Petulant Pat have?
Petulant Pat by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Petulant Pat from other brands?
The closest matches are Scandinavian Blue by Benjamin Moore (#4F4F8D), Fresh Eggplant by Dunn-Edwards (#4F467E), Beaded Blue by Dunn-Edwards (#494D8B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Petulant Pat?
Petulant Pat has an LRV of 8.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Petulant Pat
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 Petulant Pat's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.