Gypsum 9543 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #EAEBE7, LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Gray from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EAEBE7 · 9543
Gypsum
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Gypsum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gypsum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGypsum
Nearly identical
ValsparCool Gray
Cool Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chalk Dust
Behr
Nearly identical
Icy White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pacific Pearl
PPG
Nearly identical
Baby's Breath
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Melting Glacier
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Angel Kiss
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Alaskan Mist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Imagine .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Cabbage White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal White
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gypsum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gypsum
#EAEBE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gypsum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gypsum 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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More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gypsum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gypsum have?
Gypsum 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 Gypsum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gypsum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gypsum are Cool Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match), Chalk Dust by Behr (a near-identical match), Icy White by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gypsum'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 Gypsum?
Gypsum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 82.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Gypsum's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.