Hickory Stick 120F-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E6D7A, LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plum Dandy from Sherwin-Williams (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E6D7A · 120F-5
Hickory Stick
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hickory Stick Technical Profile
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Hickory Stick in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hickory Stick in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHickory Stick
Very similar
Sherwin-WilliamsPlum Dandy
Plum Dandy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Aplomb
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Purple Beech
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Charming Violet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Charming Violet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Canton Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Velvet Slipper
PPG
Very similar
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Very similar
Mauve-A-Lish
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hickory Stick in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hickory Stick from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hickory Stick are Plum Dandy by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Aplomb by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Purple Beech by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Hickory Stick'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 Hickory Stick?
Hickory Stick has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.0, 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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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.