Old School 0410 is a yellow paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #686945, LRV 14 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bancha from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #686945 · 0410
Old School
14%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Old School Technical Profile
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Old School in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old School in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sOld School
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallBancha
Bancha
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Old School
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Guacamole
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Portsmouth Olive
Behr
Nearly identical
Rustling Leaves
PPG
Very similar
Summer's End
Valspar
Very similar
Fresh Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oakmoss
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Anchorage Jacket
Kilz
Very similar
Glass .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Secret Path
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Reed Green
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old School
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old School
#686945
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F875A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old School
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old School 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 Old School.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Old School — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old School have?
Old School by Hirshfield's has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Old School in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old School from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old School are Bancha by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Old School by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Guacamole by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Old School'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 Old School?
Old School has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Old School's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.