Hibernate 9573 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #ACA69F, estimated LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moleskin from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #ACA69F · 9573
Hibernate
39%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hibernate Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACA69F
RGB172, 166, 159
Estimated LRV38.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#ABA6A0
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Colors That Work With Hibernate
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hibernate
#ACA69F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hibernate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hibernate 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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Hibernate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hibernate have?
Hibernate by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Hibernate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hibernate are Moleskin by Behr (a close digital match), Comfort Zone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Song Sparrow by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hibernate'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 Hibernate?
Hibernate has a estimated lightness value of 38.5, 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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