After the Storm 9685 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #2A3037, LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Granite Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2A3037 · 9685
After the Storm
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
After the Storm Technical Profile
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After the Storm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to After the Storm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAfter the Storm
Nearly identical
RALGranite Grey
Granite Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Spade Black
Behr
Very similar
After Midnight
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tuxedo
Valspar
Very similar
In the Dark
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grandeur Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mystic Black
Kilz
Visible difference
Onyx Black
PPG
Visible difference
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With After the Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
After the Storm
#2A3037
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3C3B59
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for After the Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
After the Storm 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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After the Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does After the Storm have?
After the Storm 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 After the Storm in your own space before committing.
What colors match After the Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to After the Storm are Granite Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Spade Black by Behr (a very close match), Bauhaus by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting After the Storm'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 After the Storm?
After the Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 2.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why After the Storm's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.