Ref. #B4885C · C-247
Safari Sun
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Safari Sun Technical Profile
What color is Safari Sun? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #B4885C. Colors similar to Safari Sun include Hirshfield's Safari Sun, MPC Flaxen Gold Met., MPC Cuprous Gold Met.. Safari Sun has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Safari Sun depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Safari Sun 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 Safari Sun
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Safari Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Safari Sun
#B4885C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Safari Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Safari Sun 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 Safari Sun.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Safari Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Safari Sun have?
Safari Sun by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Safari Sun from other brands?
The closest matches are Safari Sun by Hirshfield's (#B4875E), Flaxen Gold Met. by MPC (#B78759), Cuprous Gold Met. by MPC (#B78759). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Safari Sun?
Safari Sun has an LRV of 28.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Safari Sun's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.