Cool Avocado 9029 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C4B47D, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Sage from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #C4B47D · 9029
Cool Avocado
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cool Avocado Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4B47D
RGB196, 180, 125
Estimated LRV45.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyyellow
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Cool Avocado
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Avocado
#C4B47D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3B082
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Avocado
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Avocado 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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Cool Avocado — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Avocado have?
Cool Avocado by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Cool Avocado from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cool Avocado are Golden Sage by PPG (a close digital match), Beige by RAL (a close digital match), Anjou Pear by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cool Avocado'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 Cool Avocado?
Cool Avocado has a estimated lightness value of 45.9, 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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