Auger Shell 9159 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9F9291, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #9F9291 · 9159
Auger Shell
30%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Auger Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#9F9291
RGB159, 146, 145
Estimated LRV30.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Auger Shell
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Auger Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Auger Shell are Gray Violet by PPG (a close digital match), Monsoon by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Heliotrope by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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