Nocturne 9520 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #544E42, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Terra Pin from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #544E42 · 9520
Nocturne
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nocturne Technical Profile
HEX Code#544E42
RGB84, 78, 66
Estimated LRV7.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Terra Pin
Hirshfield's
#534D42
Close digital match
Terra Pin
Vista Paint
#514B40
Close digital match
Green Grove
Benjamin Moore
#565143
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Montana Moss
Valspar
#595244
Close digital match
Burnt Bark
PPG
#585045
Close digital match
Cavalry Brown
Behr
#514B3C
Close digital match
Deeply Rooted
Dutch Boy
#554C3E
Close digital match
Binoculars
Kilz
#504A43
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Renwick Brown
Dunn-Edwards
#504E47
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Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
#5C594B
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Yellow Olive
RAL
#47402E
Visible digital difference
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
#53453C
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Nocturne
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nocturne
#544E42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#727950
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nocturne
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nocturne 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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Nocturne — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nocturne have?
Nocturne 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 Nocturne from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nocturne are Terra Pin by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Terra Pin by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Deep Shadow by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Nocturne'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 Nocturne?
Nocturne has a estimated lightness value of 7.7, 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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