Mountain Fig 9690 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #383C49, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Elegance from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #383C49 · 9690
Mountain Fig
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mountain Fig Technical Profile
HEX Code#383C49
RGB56, 60, 73
Estimated LRV4.6
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Mountain Fig
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mountain Fig
#383C49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#52486C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mountain Fig
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mountain Fig 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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Mountain Fig — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mountain Fig have?
Mountain Fig 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 Mountain Fig from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mountain Fig are Black Elegance by Behr (a close digital match), Pantry Plum by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Catwalk by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mountain Fig'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 Mountain Fig?
Mountain Fig has a estimated lightness value of 4.6, 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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