Ocean Storms 0506 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #70818E, estimated LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mica Creek from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #70818E · 0506
Ocean Storms
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ocean Storms Technical Profile
HEX Code#70818E
RGB112, 129, 142
Estimated LRV21.1
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandHirshfield's
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Colors That Work With Ocean Storms
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Storms
#70818E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8487AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Storms
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Storms 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
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Ocean Storms — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Storms have?
Ocean Storms by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Ocean Storms from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Storms are Mica Creek by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Ocean Storms by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Mirador by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ocean Storms'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 Ocean Storms?
Ocean Storms has a estimated lightness value of 21.1, 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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