Ref. #523A46 · historic-concord-grape
Concord Grape
5%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Concord Grape Technical Profile
What color is Concord Grape? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #523A46. Colors similar to Concord Grape include Vista Paint Grape Soda, Behr Semi Sweet, Benjamin Moore Dark Purple. Concord Grape has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Concord Grape 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, Concord Grape 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 Concord Grape
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Concord Grape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Concord Grape
#523A46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#734C4C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Concord Grape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Concord Grape 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 Concord Grape.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Concord Grape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Concord Grape have?
Concord Grape by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Concord Grape from other brands?
The closest matches are Grape Soda by Vista Paint (#543D46), Semi Sweet by Behr (#573F4A), Dark Purple by Benjamin Moore (#4C3641). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Concord Grape?
Concord Grape has an LRV of 5.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Concord Grape's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.