Serpentine 0443 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #5E5E51, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mohegan Sage from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5E5E51 · 0443
Serpentine
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Serpentine Technical Profile
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Serpentine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Serpentine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sSerpentine
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMohegan Sage
Mohegan Sage
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Serpentine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Espalier
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Night Safari
Valspar
Nearly identical
Osiris
PPG
Nearly identical
English Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Fig Leaf
Behr
Very similar
Hidden Trail
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dark Umber
Kilz
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serpentine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serpentine
#5E5E51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#71885A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serpentine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serpentine 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 Serpentine.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Serpentine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serpentine have?
Serpentine by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Serpentine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Serpentine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Serpentine are Mohegan Sage by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Serpentine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Espalier by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Serpentine'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 Serpentine?
Serpentine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Serpentine's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.