Carmel 2921 is a brown paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #915F3D and LRV 15. Its closest cross-brand match is Toasted Bagel from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #915F3D · 2921
Carmel
15%LRV Value
Carmel Technical Profile
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Carmel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carmel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCarmel
Nearly identical
BehrToasted Bagel
Toasted Bagel
Behr
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Stick
PPG
Very similar
Mulled Cider
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pony Brown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Harrison Rust
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hampton Beach
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hampton Beach
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Toasty
Kilz
Very similar
Toffee Glaze
Valspar
Very similar
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Brown Beige
RAL
Very similar
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carmel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carmel
#915F3D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F9A62
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carmel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carmel 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Carmel.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carmel — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Carmel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carmel are Toasted Bagel by Behr (a near-identical match), Cinnamon Stick by PPG (a very close match), Cinnamon Spice by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carmel'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 Carmel?
Carmel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.5, 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Carmel depends on the room. Here's how to choose.