Candle Wax 0374 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #6F6A53, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spruce Woods from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F6A53 · 0374
Candle Wax
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Candle Wax in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candle Wax in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sCandle Wax
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSpruce Woods
Spruce Woods
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thai Basil
Valspar
Nearly identical
Candle Wax
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Paleo
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sterling Forest
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mudslide
Behr
Very similar
Momentum
PPG
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Eclipse
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Very similar
Tea Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candle Wax
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candle Wax
#6F6A53
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candle Wax
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candle Wax 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 Candle Wax.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candle Wax — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candle Wax have?
Candle Wax 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 Candle Wax in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candle Wax from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candle Wax are Spruce Woods by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Thai Basil by Valspar (a near-identical match), Candle Wax by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candle Wax'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 Candle Wax?
Candle Wax has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.3, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Candle Wax's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.