Frosted Fern 9648 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A7A796, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #A7A796 · 9648
Frosted Fern
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Frosted Fern Technical Profile
HEX Code#A7A796
RGB167, 167, 150
Estimated LRV38.1
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 Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Frosted Fern
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Frosted Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frosted Fern are Simply Sage by Behr (a close digital match), Wandering Willow by PPG (a close digital match), Woodland Sage by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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