Illusive Green 9164 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #92948D, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #92948D · 9164
Illusive Green
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Illusive Green Technical Profile
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Illusive Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Illusive Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsIllusive Green
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySmoky Gray
Smoky Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Signal Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Rainstorm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Husky Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Dusky Parakeet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hunters Hollow
Behr
Very similar
Umber Stone
Kilz
Very similar
Kick the Can
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Everlasting Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pussy Willow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Illusive Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Illusive Green
#92948D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Illusive Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Illusive Green 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Illusive Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Illusive Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Illusive Green have?
Illusive Green by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Illusive Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Illusive Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Illusive Green are Smoky Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Signal Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Rainstorm by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Illusive Green'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 Illusive Green?
Illusive Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, 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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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 Illusive Green's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.