Hazel 6471 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A8C1B7, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #A8C1B7 · 6471
Hazel
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hazel Technical Profile
HEX Code#A8C1B7
RGB168, 193, 183
Estimated LRV49.9
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#A9C1B7
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#A4C2B9
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Colors That Work With Hazel
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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
Digital 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
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Hazel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hazel have?
Hazel by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Hazel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hazel are Emerald Tint by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Plunge by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Plunge by Hirshfield's (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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