Ref. #8E8A81 · 9569
Alloy
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Alloy Technical Profile
What color is Alloy? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #8E8A81. Colors similar to Alloy include Valspar Big Apple, Behr Pavement Gray, Valspar Artichoke. Alloy has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Alloy depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Alloy pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
HEX Code#8E8A81
RGB142, 138, 129
LRV25.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
Colors Similar to Alloy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alloy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alloy
#8E8A81
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alloy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alloy 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 Alloy.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alloy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alloy have?
Alloy by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Alloy from other brands?
The closest matches are Big Apple by Valspar (#8E8A81), Pavement Gray by Behr (#8C887D), Artichoke by Valspar (#928D82). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Alloy?
Alloy has an LRV of 25.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Alloy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.