Eleanor Ann 1229 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #40373E, LRV 4 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Basalt from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #40373E · 1229
Eleanor Ann
4%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Eleanor Ann Technical Profile
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Eleanor Ann in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Eleanor Ann in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sEleanor Ann
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDark Basalt
Dark Basalt
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Eleanor Ann
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Smooth Coffee
Behr
Very similar
Nevermore
Valspar
Very similar
Bohemian Black
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deepest Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bistre Pigment
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Deep Rum Raisin
PPG
Very similar
Spice Brown
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Eleanor Ann
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eleanor Ann
#40373E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#66444D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eleanor Ann
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eleanor Ann 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
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Eleanor Ann — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eleanor Ann have?
Eleanor Ann by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Eleanor Ann in your own space before committing.
What colors match Eleanor Ann from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Eleanor Ann are Dark Basalt by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Eleanor Ann by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Tulsa Twilight by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Eleanor Ann'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 Eleanor Ann?
Eleanor Ann has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.2, 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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Why Eleanor Ann's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.