Phelps Putty H0109 is a beige paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #C4BDAD, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wilderness Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #C4BDAD · H0109
Phelps Putty
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Phelps Putty Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4BDAD
RGB196, 189, 173
Estimated LRV51.1
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 Familybeige
BrandHirshfield's
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#C2BBAB
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#C6BFAE
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Colors That Work With Phelps Putty
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Phelps Putty
#C4BDAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Phelps Putty
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Phelps Putty 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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Phelps Putty — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Phelps Putty have?
Phelps Putty by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Phelps Putty from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Phelps Putty are Wilderness Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Tyler Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Greenwich Gate by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Phelps Putty'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 Phelps Putty?
Phelps Putty has a estimated lightness value of 51.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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