Before the Storm 9564 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #74777A, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #74777A · 9564
Before the Storm
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Before the Storm Technical Profile
HEX Code#74777A
RGB116, 119, 122
Estimated LRV18.3
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Before the Storm
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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
Digital 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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Before the Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Before the Storm are Complex Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Old Lamppost by Kilz (a close digital match), Rhythm & Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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