Wood Shadow 0205 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A49B8C, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chic Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A49B8C · 0205
Wood Shadow
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wood Shadow Technical Profile
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Wood Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wood Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintWood Shadow
Nearly identical
BehrChic Taupe
Chic Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Stonehenge Greige
PPG
Nearly identical
Briarwood
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wood Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Country Rubble Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pewter Tankard
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Poised Neutral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Coastal Villa
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wood Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wood Shadow
#A49B8C
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 Wood Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wood Shadow 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 Wood Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wood Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wood Shadow have?
Wood Shadow by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Wood Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wood Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wood Shadow are Chic Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Stonehenge Greige by PPG (a near-identical match), Briarwood by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wood Shadow'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 Wood Shadow?
Wood Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Wood Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.