Hammlet Hill 423-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #736F5B, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Momentum from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #736F5B · 423-5DB
Hammlet Hill
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hammlet Hill Technical Profile
HEX Code#736F5B
RGB115, 111, 91
Estimated LRV15.8
UndertoneNeutral
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
BrandDutch Boy
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#746F5C
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#73705E
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Colors That Work With Hammlet Hill
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hammlet Hill
#736F5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#899A67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hammlet Hill
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hammlet Hill 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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Hammlet Hill — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hammlet Hill have?
Hammlet Hill by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Hammlet Hill from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hammlet Hill are Momentum by PPG (a close digital match), Sage Green Light by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Organic by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hammlet Hill'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 Hammlet Hill?
Hammlet Hill has a estimated lightness value of 15.8, 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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