Wainscot Green H0081 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #9C9D85, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wainscot Green from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C9D85 · H0081
Wainscot Green
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wainscot Green Technical Profile
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Wainscot Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wainscot Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sWainscot Green
Nearly identical
Vista PaintWainscot Green
Wainscot Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Louisburg Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Battle Harbor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Green Onyx
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Shadow Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Grandma's Linen
Valspar
Very similar
Zebra Grass
PPG
Very similar
Mossed Thicket
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Expedition
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wainscot Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wainscot Green
#9C9D85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wainscot Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wainscot Green 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 Wainscot Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wainscot Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wainscot Green have?
Wainscot Green 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 Wainscot Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wainscot Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wainscot Green are Wainscot Green by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Louisburg Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Battle Harbor by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wainscot Green'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 Wainscot Green?
Wainscot Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wainscot Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.