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Deep Sea Shadow
9%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Deep Sea Shadow Technical Profile
What color is Deep Sea Shadow? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #4E5856. Colors similar to Deep Sea Shadow include RAL Basalt Grey, Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter, Valspar Deepest River. Deep Sea Shadow has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Deep Sea Shadow 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, Deep Sea Shadow 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 Deep Sea Shadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Sea Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Sea Shadow
#4E5856
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#577582
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Sea Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Sea Shadow 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 Deep Sea Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Sea Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Sea Shadow have?
Deep Sea Shadow by Hirshfield's has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Deep Sea Shadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Basalt Grey by RAL (#4E5754), Dark Pewter by Benjamin Moore (#4C5857), Deepest River by Valspar (#4B5653). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deep Sea Shadow?
Deep Sea Shadow has an LRV of 9.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Sea Shadow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.