Bedrock 9563 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9E9D99, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shadowy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E9D99 · 9563
Bedrock
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Bedrock in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bedrock in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBedrock
Nearly identical
PPGShadowy
Shadowy
PPG
Nearly identical
Chateau Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Smoky Tone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vintage Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grayve-Yard
Behr
Nearly identical
Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Padlock Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Sleepy Kitten
Valspar
Very similar
Lavender Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bedrock
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bedrock
#9E9D99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bedrock
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bedrock 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 Bedrock.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bedrock — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bedrock have?
Bedrock 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 Bedrock in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bedrock from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bedrock are Shadowy by PPG (a near-identical match), Chateau Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Smoky Tone by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bedrock'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 Bedrock?
Bedrock has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.7, 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 Bedrock's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.