Night Out 9560 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #656A6E, LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bottlenose Dolphin from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #656A6E · 9560
Night Out
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Night Out Technical Profile
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Night Out in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Night Out in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsNight Out
Nearly identical
ValsparBottlenose Dolphin
Bottlenose Dolphin
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grafton Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Charcoal Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Liberty Bell Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Equinox
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Murky Depths
Kilz
Nearly identical
Polished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Very similar
In The Shadows
PPG
Very similar
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Night Out
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Night Out
#656A6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6A6D9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Night Out
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Night Out 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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Night Out — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Night Out have?
Night Out by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Night Out in your own space before committing.
What colors match Night Out from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Night Out are Bottlenose Dolphin by Valspar (a near-identical match), Grafton Grey by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Charcoal Slate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Night Out'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 Night Out?
Night Out has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.2, 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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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 Night Out's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.