Ref. #8E6D7A · 120F-5
Hickory Stick
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hickory Stick Technical Profile
What color is Hickory Stick? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8E6D7A. Colors similar to Hickory Stick include Sherwin-Williams Plum Dandy, Benjamin Moore Aplomb, Vista Paint Charming Violet. Hickory Stick has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Hickory Stick creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Hickory Stick 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 Hickory Stick
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hickory Stick
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hickory Stick
#8E6D7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC8782
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hickory Stick
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hickory Stick 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 Hickory Stick.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hickory Stick — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hickory Stick have?
Hickory Stick by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Hickory Stick from other brands?
The closest matches are Plum Dandy by Sherwin-Williams (#8B6878), Aplomb by Benjamin Moore (#95727E), Charming Violet by Vista Paint (#8D7280). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hickory Stick?
Hickory Stick has an LRV of 21.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Hickory Stick's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.