Breakwater 9638 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A2A8A6, LRV 38 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cobblestone Path from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A2A8A6 · 9638
Breakwater
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Breakwater Technical Profile
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Breakwater in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Breakwater in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBreakwater
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCobblestone Path
Cobblestone Path
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stepping Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Ironed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Titanic Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sharkskin
Behr
Nearly identical
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Silver Screen
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stone Cold
Kilz
Very similar
Techile
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hazy Stratus
Valspar
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Breakwater
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Breakwater
#A2A8A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A7AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Breakwater
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Breakwater 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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Breakwater — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Breakwater have?
Breakwater by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) 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 Breakwater in your own space before committing.
What colors match Breakwater from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Breakwater are Cobblestone Path by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Adagio by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Slate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Breakwater'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 Breakwater?
Breakwater has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.4, 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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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 Breakwater's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.