Allegory 9553 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B4B2A9, LRV 44 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Tinsel from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B4B2A9 · 9553
Allegory
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Allegory Technical Profile
HEX Code#B4B2A9
RGB180, 178, 169
LRV44.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Allegory in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Allegory in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAllegory
Nearly identical
BehrSilver Tinsel
Silver Tinsel
Behr
Nearly identical
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Ozark
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drifting Sand
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Quincy Granite
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aged Stucco Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Reclaimed Wood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Nearly identical
Quincy Granite
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soulful Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Allegory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Allegory
#B4B2A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Allegory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Allegory 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
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More neutral colors from other brands
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Allegory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Allegory have?
Allegory by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Allegory in your own space before committing.
What colors match Allegory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Allegory are Silver Tinsel by Behr (a near-identical match), Lamp Room Gray by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Ozark by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Allegory'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 Allegory?
Allegory has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.4, 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 Allegory's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.