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Gaelic Garden
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gaelic Garden Technical Profile
What color is Gaelic Garden? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A5B3AB. Colors similar to Gaelic Garden include Vista Paint Gaelic Garden, Kilz Sage Pond, Benjamin Moore Raindance. Gaelic Garden has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Gaelic Garden depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Gaelic Garden 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 Gaelic Garden
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gaelic Garden
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gaelic Garden
#A5B3AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gaelic Garden
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gaelic Garden 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 Gaelic Garden.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gaelic Garden — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gaelic Garden have?
Gaelic Garden by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gaelic Garden from other brands?
The closest matches are Gaelic Garden by Vista Paint (#A4B2A9), Sage Pond by Kilz (#A6B5AC), Raindance by Benjamin Moore (#A8B4AB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gaelic Garden?
Gaelic Garden has an LRV of 43.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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