Hitching Post LM200 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #796D61, LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coffee Grinds from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #796D61 · LM200
Hitching Post
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Hitching Post in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hitching Post in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzHitching Post
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCoffee Grinds
Coffee Grinds
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Exposed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Groundbreaking
Valspar
Nearly identical
Woodcliff Lake
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Granite
PPG
Nearly identical
Portobello
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Portobello
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Opus
Behr
Very similar
Brainstorm Bronze
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hitching Post
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hitching Post
#796D61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F9F6E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hitching Post
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hitching Post 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 Kilz Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hitching Post — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hitching Post have?
Hitching Post by Kilz 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 Hitching Post in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hitching Post from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hitching Post are Coffee Grinds by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Exposed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Groundbreaking by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hitching Post'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 Hitching Post?
Hitching Post has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.9, 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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