Marine 9659 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #94A69D, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #94A69D · 9659
Marine
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Marine Technical Profile
HEX Code#94A69D
RGB148, 166, 157
Estimated LRV36.0
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#93A79E
Close digital match
Green Water
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#90A49C
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Spruce Shade
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#91A49D
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Agate Green
Dunn-Edwards
#96A69F
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#95A99E
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#94AAA1
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#90A097
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Colors That Work With Marine
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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
Digital 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
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Marine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marine have?
Marine by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Marine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marine are Lotus Leaf by Behr (a close digital match), Lotus Leaf by Behr (a close digital match), Green Water by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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