Canal Street 9523 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #969281, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taiga from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #969281 · 9523
Canal Street
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Canal Street in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Canal Street in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCanal Street
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTaiga
Taiga
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sylvan
PPG
Nearly identical
Gargoyle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Squirrel'S Tail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Milk Thistle
Behr
Very similar
Utility Wear
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Everlasting Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Canal Street
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Canal Street
#969281
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 Canal Street
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Canal Street 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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Canal Street — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Canal Street have?
Canal Street 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 Canal Street in your own space before committing.
What colors match Canal Street from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Canal Street are Taiga by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sage Mountain by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sylvan by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Canal Street'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 Canal Street?
Canal Street has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.6, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Canal Street's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.