Whirlwind 0489 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #B6C3C1, estimated LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wales Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #B6C3C1 · 0489
Whirlwind
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Whirlwind Technical Profile
HEX Code#B6C3C1
RGB182, 195, 193
Estimated LRV52.8
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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Compare alternatives to Whirlwind
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Wales Gray
Benjamin Moore
#BAC6C4
Nearly identical
Whirlwind
Vista Paint
#B7C3BF
Nearly identical
Neo Mediterranean Mist
PPG
#BBC6C3
Nearly identical
Blustery Wind
Dunn-Edwards
#B6C5C1
Nearly identical
Adieu
Valspar
#B7C1BD
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Sky
Behr
#B5BFBD
Nearly identical
Niebla Azul
Sherwin-Williams
#B6C3C4
Nearly identical
Fluttering Blue
Dutch Boy
#BACBC9
Very similar
Wild Arctic
Kilz
#BFCBCB
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
#C1CDCD
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
#B2BFC5
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Whirlwind
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whirlwind
#B6C3C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859FAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whirlwind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whirlwind 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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Whirlwind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whirlwind have?
Whirlwind 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 Whirlwind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whirlwind are Wales Gray by Benjamin Moore (nearly identical in our digital data), Whirlwind by Vista Paint (nearly identical in our digital data), Neo Mediterranean Mist by PPG (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Whirlwind'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 Whirlwind?
Whirlwind has a estimated lightness value of 52.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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