Momentum 9530 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5C4E2E, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is South Kingston from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #5C4E2E · 9530
Momentum
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Momentum Technical Profile
HEX Code#5C4E2E
RGB92, 78, 46
Estimated LRV7.9
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Momentum
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Momentum
#5C4E2E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6A714C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Momentum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Momentum 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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Momentum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Momentum have?
Momentum 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 Momentum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Momentum are South Kingston by Behr (a very close match), Centaur by Behr (a very close match), Wood Pigeon by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Momentum'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 Momentum?
Momentum has a estimated lightness value of 7.9, 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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