Young Colt 0198 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A89C8B, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Young Colt from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A89C8B · 0198
Young Colt
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Young Colt in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Young Colt in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintYoung Colt
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sYoung Colt
Young Colt
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stonehenge Greige
PPG
Nearly identical
Chic Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Taupe Tone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cole Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Country Rubble Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Antiquity
Kilz
Nearly identical
Arid Plains
Valspar
Very similar
Breakwall
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Young Colt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Young Colt
#A89C8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Young Colt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Young Colt 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 Young Colt.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Young Colt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Young Colt have?
Young Colt 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 Young Colt in your own space before committing.
What colors match Young Colt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Young Colt are Young Colt by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Stonehenge Greige by PPG (a near-identical match), Big Spender by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Young Colt'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 Young Colt?
Young Colt has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Young Colt's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.