Zanzibar 8441 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #B2A99E, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashen Grey from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2A99E · 8441
Zanzibar
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Zanzibar Technical Profile
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Zanzibar in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Zanzibar in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintZanzibar
Nearly identical
ValsparAshen Grey
Ashen Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Perfect Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Upper West Side
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shadow Taupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Organic Greige
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
In the Hills
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Perfect Greige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fawn Doe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Hazy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Zanzibar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zanzibar
#B2A99E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zanzibar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zanzibar 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
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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Zanzibar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zanzibar have?
Zanzibar 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 Zanzibar in your own space before committing.
What colors match Zanzibar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zanzibar are Ashen Grey by Valspar (a near-identical match), Perfect Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Upper West Side by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Zanzibar'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 Zanzibar?
Zanzibar has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.3, 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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Why Zanzibar's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.