Daphne 9151 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #899CAA, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Relaxing Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #899CAA · 9151
Daphne
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Daphne in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Daphne in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDaphne
Nearly identical
BehrRelaxing Blue
Relaxing Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Storm
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lost At Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
In Good Taste
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Monument Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
In Good Taste
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Winding River
Kilz
Very similar
Evening Eclipse
Valspar
Very similar
Coastline
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Daphne
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Daphne
#899CAA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Daphne
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Daphne 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 Daphne.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Daphne — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Daphne have?
Daphne 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 Daphne in your own space before committing.
What colors match Daphne from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Daphne are Relaxing Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Silver Storm by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Lost At Sea by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Daphne'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 Daphne?
Daphne has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.0, 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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Related Reading
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 Daphne's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.