Ref. #45575E · historic-asher-benjamin
Asher Benjamin
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Asher Benjamin Technical Profile
What color is Asher Benjamin? It's a dark cool neutral with the hex code #45575E. Colors similar to Asher Benjamin include Vista Paint Asher Benjamin, Benjamin Moore Newburg Green, Benjamin Moore New Providence Navy. Asher Benjamin has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Asher Benjamin creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Asher Benjamin pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Asher Benjamin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Asher Benjamin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Asher Benjamin
#45575E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#565F80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Asher Benjamin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Asher Benjamin 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Asher Benjamin.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Asher Benjamin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Asher Benjamin have?
Asher Benjamin by Hirshfield's has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Asher Benjamin from other brands?
The closest matches are Asher Benjamin by Vista Paint (#45575E), Newburg Green by Benjamin Moore (#455A63), New Providence Navy by Benjamin Moore (#455A63). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Asher Benjamin?
Asher Benjamin has an LRV of 8.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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