Tropical Straw 8514 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #E2D3B2, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cornice Tan from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E2D3B2 · 8514
Tropical Straw
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tropical Straw Technical Profile
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Tropical Straw in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Straw in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintTropical Straw
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCornice Tan
Cornice Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Meadow Dew
Valspar
Nearly identical
Corinthian Pillar
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ivory Coast
PPG
Nearly identical
Echoing Valley
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Limescent
Behr
Nearly identical
Netsuke
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bisque Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
String
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Gold
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Straw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Straw
#E2D3B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Straw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Straw 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 Tropical Straw.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Straw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Straw have?
Tropical Straw 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 Tropical Straw in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Straw from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Straw are Cornice Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Meadow Dew by Valspar (a near-identical match), Corinthian Pillar by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical Straw'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 Tropical Straw?
Tropical Straw has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tropical Straw's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.