Phelps Putty H0109 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C0BBAB, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sandy Sage from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C0BBAB · H0109
Phelps Putty
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Phelps Putty in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Phelps Putty in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintPhelps Putty
Nearly identical
ValsparSandy Sage
Sandy Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Senora Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Techno Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wilderness Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Jackson Antique
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hurricane Haze
PPG
Nearly identical
Cliff Face
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Naturally-Sourced
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Nourish .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Phelps Putty
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Phelps Putty
#C0BBAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Phelps Putty
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Phelps Putty 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 Phelps Putty.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Phelps Putty — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Phelps Putty have?
Phelps Putty 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 Phelps Putty in your own space before committing.
What colors match Phelps Putty from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Phelps Putty are Sandy Sage by Valspar (a near-identical match), Senora Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Techno Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Phelps Putty'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 Phelps Putty?
Phelps Putty has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Why Phelps Putty's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.