Ref. #746A51 · 1026-7
Hip Waders
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hip Waders Technical Profile
What color is Hip Waders? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #746A51. Colors similar to Hip Waders include Benjamin Moore Evening Grove, Valspar Moss Mulch, Behr Mudslide. Hip Waders has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Hip Waders creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Hip Waders pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Hip Waders
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hip Waders
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hip Waders
#746A51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A9563
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hip Waders
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hip Waders 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Hip Waders.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hip Waders — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hip Waders have?
Hip Waders by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Hip Waders from other brands?
The closest matches are Evening Grove by Benjamin Moore (#70674F), Moss Mulch by Valspar (#756A54), Mudslide by Behr (#756E55). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hip Waders?
Hip Waders has an LRV of 14.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hip Waders's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.