Accolade 9516 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D5CEBF, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #D5CEBF · 9516
Accolade
62%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Accolade Technical Profile
HEX Code#D5CEBF
RGB213, 206, 191
Estimated LRV62.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Heather
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#D6CFBF
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Aged Beige
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#D7CFC0
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Existence
Dutch Boy
#D7D0C0
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Skipping Stone
Benjamin Moore
#D6D0C0
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Desert Palm
Vista Paint
#D8D0C2
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Crushed Silk
PPG
#D8CFBE
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Desert Mirage
Hirshfield's
#D2CABC
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Villa Grey
Valspar
#D1CCBF
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Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
#D9D2C1
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Oatmeal
Kilz
#D7D1C0
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Colors That Work With Accolade
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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
Digital 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
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Accolade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Accolade have?
Accolade by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Accolade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Accolade are Heather by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Porous Stone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Aged Beige by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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