Fortitude 9562 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C6C5C1, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Sateen from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6C5C1 · 9562
Fortitude
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Fortitude in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fortitude in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsFortitude
Nearly identical
BehrSilver Sateen
Silver Sateen
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Band
PPG
Nearly identical
Boardwalk
Kilz
Nearly identical
Snowglory
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Neutral Territory
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Snowglory
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Harbor
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Notre Dame
Valspar
Nearly identical
Misted Silver
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Pavilion Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fortitude
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fortitude
#C6C5C1
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 Fortitude
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fortitude 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 Fortitude.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fortitude — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fortitude have?
Fortitude 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 Fortitude in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fortitude from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fortitude are Silver Sateen by Behr (a near-identical match), Silver City by Behr (a near-identical match), Silver Band by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fortitude'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 Fortitude?
Fortitude has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Fortitude's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.