Hinterland DET509 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #616C51, LRV 14 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alligator Alley from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #616C51 · DET509
Hinterland
14%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
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Hinterland in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hinterland in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsHinterland
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAlligator Alley
Alligator Alley
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Willow Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Boughs of Pine
Valspar
Very similar
Evergreen Trail
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tuscan Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Afternoon Martini Olive
PPG
Very similar
Organic Garden
Kilz
Very similar
Mother Nature
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Reed Green
RAL
Very similar
Oakmoss
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bancha
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hinterland
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hinterland
#616C51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#649060
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hinterland
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hinterland 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Hinterland.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hinterland — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hinterland have?
Hinterland by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) 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 Hinterland in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hinterland from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hinterland are Alligator Alley by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Willow Leaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Sea Fern by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hinterland'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 Hinterland?
Hinterland has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.9, 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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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 Hinterland's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.