Ref. #5E805F · historic-grasshopper
Grasshopper
19%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Grasshopper Technical Profile
What color is Grasshopper? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #5E805F. Colors similar to Grasshopper include Vista Paint Grasshopper, MPC Lux Green Met., Benjamin Moore Raleigh Green. Grasshopper has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Grasshopper creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Grasshopper 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 Grasshopper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grasshopper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grasshopper
#5E805F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#71A08A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grasshopper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grasshopper 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 Grasshopper.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grasshopper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grasshopper have?
Grasshopper by Hirshfield's has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Grasshopper from other brands?
The closest matches are Grasshopper by Vista Paint (#5E7F60), Lux Green Met. by MPC (#61825F), Raleigh Green by Benjamin Moore (#5A7F60). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Grasshopper?
Grasshopper has an LRV of 18.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grasshopper's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.