Marine 9659 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #94A69D, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lotus Leaf from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94A69D · 9659
Marine
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Marine Technical Profile
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Marine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsMarine
Nearly identical
BehrLotus Leaf
Lotus Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Water
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spruce Shade
PPG
Nearly identical
Agate Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Melville
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Del Mar Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Kathleen’s Garden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
In the Abyss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bayfront Palm
Kilz
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marine
#94A69D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marine 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 Marine.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Marine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marine have?
Marine 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 Marine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marine are Lotus Leaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Lotus Leaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Water by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Marine'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 Marine?
Marine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.0, 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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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 Marine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.