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Dark River
6%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dark River Technical Profile
What color is Dark River? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #3E4445. Colors similar to Dark River include Colorhouse Metal .06, Valspar Nocturnal Green, Vista Paint Moonless Sky. Dark River has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Dark River creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Dark River pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Dark River
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark River
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark River
#3E4445
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#49566D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark River 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 Dark River.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark River have?
Dark River by Hirshfield's has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dark River from other brands?
The closest matches are Metal .06 by Colorhouse (#3F4647), Nocturnal Green by Valspar (#414647), Moonless Sky by Vista Paint (#3A4040). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark River?
Dark River has an LRV of 5.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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