Pocahontas 8551 is a brown paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A48C75, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whole Wheat from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #A48C75 · 8551
Pocahontas
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pocahontas Technical Profile
HEX Code#A48C75
RGB164, 140, 117
Estimated LRV27.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandVista Paint
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Compare alternatives to Pocahontas
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Whole Wheat
Dunn-Edwards
#A48B73
Close digital match
Nearly Brown
Sherwin-Williams
#A88E76
Close digital match
Toffee Crunch
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#A08872
Close digital match
Roasted Mushroom
Kilz
#A08B73
Close digital match
Elk
Benjamin Moore
#A68E73
Close digital match
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#AA8F7A
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Colors That Work With Pocahontas
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pocahontas
#A48C75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pocahontas
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pocahontas 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
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Pocahontas — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pocahontas have?
Pocahontas by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pocahontas from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pocahontas are Whole Wheat by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Afternoon Tea Service by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Nearly Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pocahontas'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 Pocahontas?
Pocahontas has a estimated lightness value of 27.9, 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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