Alchemy 6395 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C99E53, 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.
Ref. #C99E53 · 6395
Alchemy
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Alchemy Technical Profile
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Alchemy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alchemy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAlchemy
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAutumn Gold
Autumn Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Laredo Road
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sunrise Heat
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Grain .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Solid Gold
Behr
Very similar
Fool'S Gold
PPG
Very similar
Sunrise Heat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Heart Of Gold
Kilz
Very similar
Plank Road
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Earthen Sienna
Valspar
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alchemy
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Alchemy.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alchemy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alchemy have?
Alchemy by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Alchemy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alchemy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alchemy are Autumn Gold by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), India Yellow by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Antique Bronze by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Alchemy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.