Before the Storm 9564 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #74777A, LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Complex Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #74777A · 9564
Before the Storm
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Before the Storm Technical Profile
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Before the Storm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Before the Storm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBefore the Storm
Nearly identical
BehrComplex Gray
Complex Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rhythm & Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ground Truth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Improbable
PPG
Very similar
Steel Wool
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cooled Graphite
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Before the Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Before the Storm
#74777A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A7AA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Before the Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Before the Storm 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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Before the Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Before the Storm have?
Before the Storm by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Before the Storm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Before the Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Before the Storm are Complex Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Old Lamppost by Kilz (a near-identical match), Rhythm & Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Before the Storm'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 Before the Storm?
Before the Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Before the Storm's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.