Auger Shell 9159 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9F9291, LRV 30 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Violet from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9F9291 · 9159
Auger Shell
30%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Auger Shell Technical Profile
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Auger Shell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Auger Shell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAuger Shell
Nearly identical
PPGGray Violet
Gray Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Monsoon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Channel Seal Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tribeca
Behr
Very similar
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mauve Blush
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Forlorn
Kilz
Very similar
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Telegrey 1
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Auger Shell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Auger Shell
#9F9291
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9C85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Auger Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Auger Shell 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 Auger Shell.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Auger Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Auger Shell have?
Auger Shell by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Auger Shell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Auger Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Auger Shell are Gray Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Monsoon by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Heliotrope by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Auger Shell'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 Auger Shell?
Auger Shell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.0, 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 Auger Shell's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.