Accolade 9516 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D5CEBF, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heather from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5CEBF · 9516
Accolade
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Accolade Technical Profile
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Accolade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Accolade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAccolade
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHeather
Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aged Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Existence
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Skipping Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Desert Palm
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crushed Silk
PPG
Nearly identical
Desert Mirage
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Villa Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Oatmeal
Kilz
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Accolade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Accolade
#D5CEBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Accolade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Accolade 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Accolade.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Accolade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Accolade have?
Accolade by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Accolade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Accolade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Accolade are Heather by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Porous Stone by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Aged Beige by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Accolade'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 Accolade?
Accolade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Accolade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.