The Outback 7879 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #DBBC61, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candelabra from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBBC61 · 7879
The Outback
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
The Outback Technical Profile
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The Outback in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to The Outback in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintThe Outback
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCandelabra
Candelabra
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bright Idea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Luxurious Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gilded
Behr
Very similar
Dusty Gold
PPG
Very similar
Mustard Glaze
Valspar
Very similar
Quilt Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Quilted Gold
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Tangy Flavor
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With The Outback
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
The Outback
#DBBC61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADBF73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for The Outback
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
The Outback 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 The Outback.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
The Outback — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does The Outback have?
The Outback by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample The Outback in your own space before committing.
What colors match The Outback from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to The Outback are Candelabra by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bright Idea by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Highlight Gold by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting The Outback'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 The Outback?
The Outback has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why The Outback's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.