Nocturne 9520 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #544E42, 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.
Ref. #544E42 · 9520
Nocturne
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nocturne Technical Profile
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Nocturne in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nocturne in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsNocturne
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sTerra Pin
Terra Pin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Terra Pin
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Green Grove
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Montana Moss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Burnt Bark
PPG
Nearly identical
Cavalry Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Deeply Rooted
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Renwick Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Yellow Olive
RAL
Visible difference
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nocturne
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
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More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nocturne — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nocturne have?
Nocturne 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 Nocturne in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nocturne from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nocturne are Terra Pin by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Terra Pin by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Deep Shadow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nocturne's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.