Thunderstorm 0514 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #555C64, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Hearth from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #555C64 · 0514
Thunderstorm
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thunderstorm Technical Profile
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Thunderstorm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thunderstorm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sThunderstorm
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSmokey Hearth
Smokey Hearth
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Steel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moody Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Rogue Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Deep Secretreg
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pencil Point
Behr
Nearly identical
Outerspace
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Onyx Shade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thunderstorm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thunderstorm
#555C64
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#605E8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thunderstorm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thunderstorm 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 Thunderstorm.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thunderstorm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thunderstorm have?
Thunderstorm by Hirshfield's has a neutral 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 Thunderstorm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thunderstorm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thunderstorm are Smokey Hearth by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blue Steel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Moody Sky by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Thunderstorm'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 Thunderstorm?
Thunderstorm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.5, 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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