Sleepy Hollow 1454 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #998C91, 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.
Ref. #998C91 · 1454
Sleepy Hollow
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sleepy Hollow Technical Profile
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Sleepy Hollow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sleepy Hollow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSleepy Hollow
Nearly identical
BehrContessa
Contessa
Behr
Nearly identical
Greyed Rose Quartz
PPG
Nearly identical
Autumn Orchid
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sunrise Over Tahiti
Valspar
Nearly identical
Castle Wood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lavender Rose
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cut Heather
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mesmerized
Kilz
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Grey Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sleepy Hollow
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Sleepy Hollow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sleepy Hollow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sleepy Hollow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sleepy Hollow are Contessa by Behr (a near-identical match), Heather Moor by Behr (a near-identical match), Greyed Rose Quartz by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sleepy Hollow's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.