China Aster H0055 is a neutral paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #444C60, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Federal Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #444C60 · H0055
China Aster
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
China Aster Technical Profile
HEX Code#444C60
RGB68, 76, 96
Estimated LRV7.2
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 Familyneutral
BrandHirshfield's
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Federal Blue
PPG
#444D63
Close digital match
Tried & True Blue
Dunn-Edwards
#494F62
Close digital match
China Aster
Vista Paint
#494E61
Close digital match
Jet Blue
Benjamin Moore
#424B63
Close digital match
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#3D4B61
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#4C5064
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#48536D
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Sherwin-Williams
#3D4450
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#3F4666
Visible digital difference
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#434750
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#485761
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Colors That Work With China Aster
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
China Aster
#444C60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F5681
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for China Aster
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
China Aster 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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China Aster — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does China Aster have?
China Aster by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 China Aster from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to China Aster are Federal Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Tried & True Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), China Aster by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting China Aster'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 China Aster?
China Aster has a estimated lightness value of 7.2, 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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