Habitat 9608 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #897D6D, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Patches from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #897D6D · 9608
Habitat
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Habitat Technical Profile
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Habitat in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Habitat in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsHabitat
Nearly identical
PPGPatches
Patches
PPG
Nearly identical
Native Soil
Behr
Nearly identical
Safari Beige
Valspar
Nearly identical
Seasoned Wood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Cottage
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stampede
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Habitat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Habitat
#897D6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AA7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Habitat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Habitat 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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Habitat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Habitat have?
Habitat 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 Habitat in your own space before committing.
What colors match Habitat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Habitat are Patches by PPG (a near-identical match), Native Soil by Behr (a near-identical match), Safari Beige by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Habitat'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 Habitat?
Habitat has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Habitat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.