Silent Sea 0515 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #2A2B2C, estimated LRV 2 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Signal Black from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #2A2B2C · 0515
Silent Sea
2%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Silent Sea Technical Profile
HEX Code#2A2B2C
RGB42, 43, 44
Estimated LRV2.4
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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Signal Black
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#282828
Close digital match
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#2F2F30
Close digital match
True Black
Dutch Boy
#2F2F30
Close digital match
Tomcat
Valspar
#2F2F2F
Close digital match
Silent Sea
Vista Paint
#262627
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Black
Benjamin Moore
#323233
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Colors That Work With Silent Sea
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silent Sea
#2A2B2C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#373752
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silent Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silent Sea 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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Silent Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silent Sea have?
Silent Sea 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 Silent Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silent Sea are Signal Black by RAL (a close digital match), Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), True Black by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silent Sea'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 Silent Sea?
Silent Sea has a estimated lightness value of 2.4, 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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