Grime 0444 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #544F40, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Grove from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #544F40 · 0444
Grime
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Grime Technical Profile
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Grime in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grime in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintGrime
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGreen Grove
Green Grove
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grime
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cavalry Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Nocturne
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Montana Moss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Olive Black
PPG
Very similar
Ironside
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Renwick Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Brown Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grime
#544F40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D7750
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grime 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 Grime.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grime have?
Grime by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Grime in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grime are Green Grove by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Grime by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Cavalry Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grime'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 Grime?
Grime has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.8, 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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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 Grime's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.