Ref. #575D56 · historic-pointed-fir
Pointed Fir
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pointed Fir Technical Profile
What color is Pointed Fir? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #575D56. Colors similar to Pointed Fir include Vista Paint Pointed Fir, Dunn-Edwards Midnight Spruce, MPC Pinesap. Pointed Fir has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Pointed Fir 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, Pointed Fir 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 Pointed Fir
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pointed Fir
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pointed Fir
#575D56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C8A6C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pointed Fir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pointed Fir 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 Pointed Fir.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pointed Fir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pointed Fir have?
Pointed Fir by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pointed Fir from other brands?
The closest matches are Pointed Fir by Vista Paint (#575D55), Midnight Spruce by Dunn-Edwards (#555B53), Pinesap by MPC (#545C53). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pointed Fir?
Pointed Fir has an LRV of 10.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pointed Fir's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.