Ref. #9E9F7D · 415
French Pear
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
French Pear Technical Profile
What color is French Pear? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #9E9F7D. Colors similar to French Pear include Vista Paint French Pear, Benjamin Moore Thicket, Behr Livingston. French Pear has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives French Pear depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, French Pear 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 French Pear
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Pear
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Pear
#9E9F7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Pear
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Pear 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 French Pear.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Pear — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Pear have?
French Pear by Hirshfield's has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match French Pear from other brands?
The closest matches are French Pear by Vista Paint (#9FA07D), Thicket by Benjamin Moore (#A2A17F), Livingston by Behr (#9DA17E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of French Pear?
French Pear has an LRV of 33.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with French Pear
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why French Pear's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.