Mountain Fig 9690 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #383C49, 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.
Ref. #383C49 · 9690
Mountain Fig
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mountain Fig Technical Profile
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Mountain Fig in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mountain Fig in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsMountain Fig
Nearly identical
BehrBlack Elegance
Black Elegance
Behr
Nearly identical
Pantry Plum
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plume Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mackintosh Midnight
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blackberry Punch
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Coal
Valspar
Very similar
Napoleon
PPG
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Visible difference
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mountain Fig
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mountain Fig in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mountain Fig from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mountain Fig are Black Elegance by Behr (a near-identical match), Pantry Plum by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Catwalk by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mountain Fig's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.