Play Time 1220 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #B49BA8, LRV 36 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Play Time from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B49BA8 · 1220
Play Time
36%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Play Time Technical Profile
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Play Time in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Play Time in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintPlay Time
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPlay Time
Play Time
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fond Memory
Behr
Nearly identical
Soft Mauve
PPG
Nearly identical
Dusty Lavender
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grapevine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mauve Melody
Kilz
Very similar
Rosé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Jasmine Flower
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Iris Bliss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Play Time
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Play Time
#B49BA8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Play Time
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Play Time 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 Play Time.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Play Time — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Play Time have?
Play Time by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) 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 Play Time in your own space before committing.
What colors match Play Time from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Play Time are Play Time by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Fond Memory by Behr (a near-identical match), Soft Mauve by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Play Time'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 Play Time?
Play Time has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.0, 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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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 Play Time's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.