Portsmouth Blue H0049 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #5B7074, estimated LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bowman Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #5B7074 · H0049
Portsmouth Blue
15%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Portsmouth Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B7074
RGB91, 112, 116
Estimated LRV15.1
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 Familygray
BrandHirshfield's
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#587075
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#5D7274
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Behr
#5C6E70
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#5B6E74
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Dunn-Edwards
#586E75
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#5F6D6D
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Colors That Work With Portsmouth Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Portsmouth Blue
#5B7074
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#68799A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Portsmouth Blue
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Portsmouth Blue 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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Portsmouth Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Portsmouth Blue have?
Portsmouth Blue 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 Portsmouth Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Portsmouth Blue are Bowman Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Portsmouth Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Riverway by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Portsmouth Blue'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 Portsmouth Blue?
Portsmouth Blue has a estimated lightness value of 15.1, 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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