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Coastal Fog
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Coastal Fog Technical Profile
What color is Coastal Fog? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7E7264. Colors similar to Coastal Fog include Sherwin-Williams Library Pewter, Vista Paint Coastal Fog, Vista Paint Portobello. Coastal Fog has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Coastal Fog creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Coastal Fog pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Coastal Fog
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coastal Fog
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coastal Fog
#7E7264
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0A273
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coastal Fog
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coastal Fog 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 Coastal Fog.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coastal Fog — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coastal Fog have?
Coastal Fog by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Coastal Fog from other brands?
The closest matches are Library Pewter by Sherwin-Williams (#7F7263), Coastal Fog by Vista Paint (#7D7263), Portobello by Vista Paint (#7D7061). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Coastal Fog?
Coastal Fog has an LRV of 17.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coastal Fog's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.