Ref. #786257 · C-141
Ranch House
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ranch House Technical Profile
What color is Ranch House? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #786257. Colors similar to Ranch House include Hirshfield's Ranch House, Behr Nut Brown, MPC Minoan Bronze Met.. Ranch House has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Ranch House creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Ranch House pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Ranch House
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ranch House
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ranch House
#786257
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A9268
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ranch House
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ranch House 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 Ranch House.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ranch House — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ranch House have?
Ranch House by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Ranch House from other brands?
The closest matches are Ranch House by Hirshfield's (#7B645A), Nut Brown by Behr (#7B6456), Minoan Bronze Met. by MPC (#7C665C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ranch House?
Ranch House has an LRV of 13.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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