Rich Oak 0268 is a brown paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A68456, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chicory from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #A68456 · 0268
Rich Oak
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rich Oak Technical Profile
HEX Code#A68456
RGB166, 132, 86
Estimated LRV25.3
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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#A7855A
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Byzantine Gold
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#A9885C
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#A28157
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Banner Gold
Dunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Rich Oak
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rich Oak
#A68456
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AC83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rich Oak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rich Oak 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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Rich Oak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rich Oak have?
Rich Oak 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 Rich Oak from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rich Oak are Chicory by PPG (a close digital match), Rich Oak by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Tattle Tan by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rich Oak'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 Rich Oak?
Rich Oak has a estimated lightness value of 25.3, 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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