Merlins Beard 0124 is a off-white paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #EFE2D9, estimated LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Casi Rosa from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #EFE2D9 · 0124
Merlins Beard
78%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Merlins Beard Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFE2D9
RGB239, 226, 217
Estimated LRV77.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyoff-white
BrandHirshfield's
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Colors That Work With Merlins Beard
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Merlins Beard
#EFE2D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2AD80
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Merlins Beard
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Merlins Beard Room Palettes
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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
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Merlins Beard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Merlins Beard have?
Merlins Beard by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Merlins Beard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Merlins Beard are Casi Rosa by Behr (a close digital match), Almost Pink by Behr (a close digital match), Merlins Beard by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Merlins Beard'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 Merlins Beard?
Merlins Beard has a estimated lightness value of 77.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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