Ref. #979083 · 9171
Felted Wool
28%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Felted Wool Technical Profile
What color is Felted Wool? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #979083. Colors similar to Felted Wool include Vista Paint Utility Wear, Kilz Heirloom Brooch, PPG Winter Feather. Felted Wool has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Felted Wool depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Felted Wool pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Felted Wool
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Felted Wool
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Felted Wool
#979083
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Felted Wool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Felted Wool 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 Felted Wool.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Felted Wool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Felted Wool have?
Felted Wool by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Felted Wool from other brands?
The closest matches are Utility Wear by Vista Paint (#989081), Heirloom Brooch by Kilz (#9A9284), Winter Feather by PPG (#948E82). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Felted Wool?
Felted Wool has an LRV of 28.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Felted Wool's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.