Autonomous 9557 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C6C7C5, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cold Embrace from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6C7C5 · 9557
Autonomous
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Autonomous in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Autonomous in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAutonomous
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCold Embrace
Cold Embrace
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Paternoster
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silver Band
PPG
Nearly identical
Paternoster
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Khaki Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Garden Stone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Metro Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Burnished Metal
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray Morn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Agate Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autonomous
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autonomous
#C6C7C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autonomous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autonomous 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 Autonomous.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Autonomous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autonomous have?
Autonomous by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Autonomous in your own space before committing.
What colors match Autonomous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autonomous are Cold Embrace by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Paternoster by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Silver Band by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Autonomous'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 Autonomous?
Autonomous has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Autonomous's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.