Meander 9522 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B6AE99, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Finnie Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6AE99 · 9522
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43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Meander in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Meander in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsMeander
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreFinnie Gray
Finnie Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
True Khaki
PPG
Nearly identical
Soothing Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shaggy Barked
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brown Teepee
Behr
Nearly identical
Shale Ridge
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
Roman Ruins
Vista Paint
Very similar
Langdon Dove
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Meander
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Meander
#B6AE99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Meander
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Meander 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 Meander.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Meander — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Meander have?
Meander 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 Meander in your own space before committing.
What colors match Meander from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Meander are Finnie Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), True Khaki by PPG (a near-identical match), Soothing Sage by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Meander'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 Meander?
Meander has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.5, 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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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 Meander's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.