Ref. #A2B1BA · 8004-41C
What color is Hibernate? It's a medium cool neutral with the hex code #A2B1BA. Colors similar to Hibernate include PPG Peace, Benjamin Moore French Toile, Benjamin Moore Little Falls. Hibernate has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Hibernate depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Hibernate pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
PPG
Benjamin Moore
Hirshfield's
Dunn-Edwards
Vista Paint
Sherwin-Williams
Behr
MPC
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Side Walls
#A2B1BA
Accent Wall
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Other Valspar colors close to Hibernate.
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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 Hibernate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.