Frosted Fern 9648 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A7A796, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simply Sage from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A7A796 · 9648
Frosted Fern
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Frosted Fern Technical Profile
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Frosted Fern in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Frosted Fern in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsFrosted Fern
Nearly identical
BehrSimply Sage
Simply Sage
Behr
Nearly identical
Wandering Willow
PPG
Nearly identical
Whale Watching
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Rigani
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oil Cloth
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Almost Sage
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Frosted Fern
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frosted Fern
#A7A796
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frosted Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frosted Fern 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
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Frosted Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frosted Fern have?
Frosted Fern 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 Frosted Fern in your own space before committing.
What colors match Frosted Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frosted Fern are Simply Sage by Behr (a near-identical match), Wandering Willow by PPG (a near-identical match), Woodland Sage by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Frosted Fern'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 Frosted Fern?
Frosted Fern has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.1, 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 Frosted Fern's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.