Hidden Trail 9525 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5F5B4D, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aegean Olive from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F5B4D · 9525
Hidden Trail
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Hidden Trail in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hidden Trail in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsHidden Trail
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAegean Olive
Aegean Olive
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moss Rock
PPG
Nearly identical
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Gunmetal Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Landmark Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Serpentine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chiaroscuro
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Olive Smudge
Valspar
Very similar
Monogram
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dark Umber
Kilz
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Very similar
Glass .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hidden Trail
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hidden Trail
#5F5B4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#798659
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hidden Trail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hidden Trail 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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Hidden Trail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hidden Trail have?
Hidden Trail 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 Hidden Trail in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hidden Trail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hidden Trail are Aegean Olive by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Moss Rock by PPG (a near-identical match), Reduced Green by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hidden Trail'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 Hidden Trail?
Hidden Trail has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.5, 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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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 Hidden Trail's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.