Thistle Down 8004 is a white paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #F7F2E6, estimated LRV 89 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bright Moon from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #F7F2E6 · 8004
Thistle Down
89%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Thistle Down Technical Profile
HEX Code#F7F2E6
RGB247, 242, 230
Estimated LRV89.0
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 Familywhite
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Thistle Down
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thistle Down
#F7F2E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thistle Down
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thistle Down 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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Thistle Down — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thistle Down have?
Thistle Down by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the white 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 Thistle Down from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thistle Down are Bright Moon by Behr (a close digital match), Calla Lily by Behr (a close digital match), Abel by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Thistle Down'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 Thistle Down?
Thistle Down has a estimated lightness value of 89.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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