Braintree 9595 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #65635B, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Umber from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #65635B · 9595
Braintree
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Braintree in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Braintree in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBraintree
Nearly identical
KilzDark Umber
Dark Umber
Kilz
Nearly identical
Catch of the Day
Valspar
Nearly identical
Prune the Tree
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mountain Ridge
Behr
Very similar
Gropius Gray
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gropius Gray
Vista Paint
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Kendall Charcoal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ashton Grey
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Woods
PPG
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Braintree
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Braintree
#65635B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839261
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Braintree
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Braintree 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
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Braintree — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Braintree have?
Braintree by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Braintree in your own space before committing.
What colors match Braintree from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Braintree are Dark Umber by Kilz (a near-identical match), Catch of the Day by Valspar (a near-identical match), Prune the Tree by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Braintree'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 Braintree?
Braintree has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Braintree's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.