Hazel 6471 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A8C1B7, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Emerald Tint from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8C1B7 · 6471
Hazel
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Hazel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hazel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsHazel
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyEmerald Tint
Emerald Tint
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Plunge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plunge
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wythe Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crystal Oasis
PPG
Nearly identical
April Thicket
Valspar
Very similar
Urban Putty
Behr
Very similar
Pistachio Ice Cream
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bleached Cypress
Kilz
Very similar
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hazel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hazel
#A8C1B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A9AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hazel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hazel 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Hazel.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hazel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hazel have?
Hazel by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hazel in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hazel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hazel are Emerald Tint by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Plunge by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Plunge by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hazel'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 Hazel?
Hazel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.9, 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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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 Hazel's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.