Sleepy Hollow 1454 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #998C91, estimated LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Contessa from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #998C91 · 1454
Sleepy Hollow
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sleepy Hollow Technical Profile
HEX Code#998C91
RGB153, 140, 145
Estimated LRV27.6
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#968B91
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Colors That Work With Sleepy Hollow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sleepy Hollow
#998C91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sleepy Hollow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sleepy Hollow 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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Sleepy Hollow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sleepy Hollow have?
Sleepy Hollow by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) 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 Sleepy Hollow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sleepy Hollow are Contessa by Behr (a close digital match), Heather Moor by Behr (a close digital match), Greyed Rose Quartz by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sleepy Hollow'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 Sleepy Hollow?
Sleepy Hollow has a estimated lightness value of 27.6, 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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