Baby Seal 0519 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #9DA3AC, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winterfell from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9DA3AC · 0519
Baby Seal
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Baby Seal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Baby Seal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sBaby Seal
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsWinterfell
Winterfell
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Baby Seal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Window Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Rainmaster
Behr
Nearly identical
Comet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Aviator Silver
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Grey Shadow
PPG
Very similar
Let it Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Drizzling Mist
Valspar
Very similar
Dusky Mood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baby Seal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baby Seal
#9DA3AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baby Seal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baby Seal 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
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More gray colors from other brands
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Baby Seal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baby Seal have?
Baby Seal by Hirshfield's has a neutral 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 Baby Seal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Baby Seal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baby Seal are Winterfell by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Baby Seal by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Window Grey by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Baby Seal'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 Baby Seal?
Baby Seal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.3, 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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