Alchemy 6395 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C99E53, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Autumn Gold from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #C99E53 · 6395
Alchemy
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Alchemy Technical Profile
HEX Code#C99E53
RGB201, 158, 83
Estimated LRV37.5
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Alchemy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alchemy
#C99E53
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alchemy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alchemy 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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Alchemy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alchemy have?
Alchemy by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Alchemy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alchemy are Autumn Gold by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), India Yellow by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Antique Bronze by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Alchemy'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 Alchemy?
Alchemy has a estimated lightness value of 37.5, 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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