Ref. #AEB399 · HDC-CT-28
Cottage Hill
44%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cottage Hill Technical Profile
What color is Cottage Hill? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #AEB399. Colors similar to Cottage Hill include Valspar Hazy Jade, PPG Olive Sprig, Benjamin Moore Croquet. Cottage Hill has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Cottage Hill depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Cottage Hill pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cottage Hill
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cottage Hill
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cottage Hill
#AEB399
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#91AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cottage Hill
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cottage Hill 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Cottage Hill.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cottage Hill — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cottage Hill have?
Cottage Hill by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cottage Hill from other brands?
The closest matches are Hazy Jade by Valspar (#AEB396), Olive Sprig by PPG (#ACAF95), Croquet by Benjamin Moore (#B3B7A0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cottage Hill?
Cottage Hill has an LRV of 43.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cottage Hill's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.