Emu 0549 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #736D6C, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Emu from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #736D6C · 0549
Emu
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
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Emu in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Emu in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintEmu
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sEmu
Emu
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gibraltar Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Hulett Ore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gris Volcanico
Behr
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Gray Mountain
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Galvanized Shadow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Chocolate Pudding
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nature Walk
Valspar
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Emu
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Emu
#736D6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A19071
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Emu
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Emu 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Emu.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Emu — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Emu have?
Emu by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) 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 Emu in your own space before committing.
What colors match Emu from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Emu are Emu by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Gibraltar Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Hulett Ore by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Emu'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 Emu?
Emu has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.7, 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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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 Emu's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.