Ref. #6A7978 · C-491
Polar Pond
18%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Polar Pond Technical Profile
What color is Polar Pond? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #6A7978. Colors similar to Polar Pond include Hirshfield's Polar Pond, Kilz Classic Movie, Behr Amazon Stone. Polar Pond has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Polar Pond creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Polar Pond pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Polar Pond
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polar Pond
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polar Pond
#6A7978
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#748EA2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polar Pond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polar Pond 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 Polar Pond.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polar Pond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polar Pond have?
Polar Pond by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Polar Pond from other brands?
The closest matches are Polar Pond by Hirshfield's (#6B7B7B), Classic Movie by Kilz (#6B7A7C), Amazon Stone by Behr (#6D7874). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Polar Pond?
Polar Pond has an LRV of 18.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polar Pond's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.