Shenandoah AC-36 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A69B8E, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Country Rubble Stone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A69B8E · AC-36
Shenandoah
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shenandoah Technical Profile
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Shenandoah in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shenandoah in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreShenandoah
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCountry Rubble Stone
Country Rubble Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Big Spender
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Big Spender
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Art Museum
Kilz
Nearly identical
Frosted Cocoa
Behr
Nearly identical
Winter Cocoa
PPG
Nearly identical
Pewter Tankard
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coastal Villa
Valspar
Nearly identical
Breakwall
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shenandoah
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shenandoah
#A69B8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shenandoah
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shenandoah 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Shenandoah.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shenandoah — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shenandoah have?
Shenandoah by Benjamin Moore 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 Shenandoah in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shenandoah from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shenandoah are Country Rubble Stone by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Big Spender by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Young Colt by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shenandoah'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 Shenandoah?
Shenandoah has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shenandoah's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.