Thunderstorm 0514 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #555C64, estimated 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.
Hirshfield's · #555C64 · 0514
Thunderstorm
11%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Thunderstorm Technical Profile
HEX Code#555C64
RGB85, 92, 100
Estimated LRV10.5
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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Smokey Hearth
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#575D65
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#535A61
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#575C62
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#525A64
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#535B61
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#595D62
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#586168
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Colors That Work With Thunderstorm
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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
Digital 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
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Thunderstorm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thunderstorm have?
Thunderstorm 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 Thunderstorm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thunderstorm are Smokey Hearth by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Blue Steel by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Moody Sky by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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