Ref. #BDA882 · K-987
Serengeti Safari
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Serengeti Safari Technical Profile
What color is Serengeti Safari? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #BDA882. Colors similar to Serengeti Safari include Dunn-Edwards Handwoven, Valspar Caraway Seed, Sherwin-Williams Tarnished Treasure. Serengeti Safari has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Serengeti Safari depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Serengeti Safari
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serengeti Safari
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serengeti Safari
#BDA882
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serengeti Safari
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serengeti Safari 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 Serengeti Safari.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Serengeti Safari — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serengeti Safari have?
Serengeti Safari by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Serengeti Safari from other brands?
The closest matches are Handwoven by Dunn-Edwards (#BFA984), Caraway Seed by Valspar (#BDA67F), Tarnished Treasure by Sherwin-Williams (#B9A47E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Serengeti Safari?
Serengeti Safari has an LRV of 40.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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