Zen Retreat 0535 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #5B5D5B, estimated LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zen Retreat from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #5B5D5B · 0535
Zen Retreat
11%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Zen Retreat Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B5D5B
RGB91, 93, 91
Estimated LRV10.8
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 Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Zen Retreat
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#5B5D5C
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#5B5E5D
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Colors That Work With Zen Retreat
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zen Retreat
#5B5D5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E8D76
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zen Retreat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zen Retreat 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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Zen Retreat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zen Retreat have?
Zen Retreat by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Zen Retreat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zen Retreat are Zen Retreat by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Muted Ebony by Valspar (a close digital match), Forged Steel by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Zen Retreat'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 Zen Retreat?
Zen Retreat has a estimated lightness value of 10.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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