Opalescent 9686 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #DFE0E3, LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mais Oui from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFE0E3 · 9686
Opalescent
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Opalescent Technical Profile
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Opalescent in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Opalescent in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsOpalescent
Nearly identical
ValsparMais Oui
Mais Oui
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wayward Winds
PPG
Nearly identical
Wind Chime
Kilz
Nearly identical
Heaven
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lilac Mist
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver City
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Billowing Clouds
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sarah Rae
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Desired Dawn
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Sizing
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Opalescent
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Opalescent
#DFE0E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Opalescent
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Opalescent 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Opalescent.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Opalescent — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Opalescent have?
Opalescent 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 Opalescent in your own space before committing.
What colors match Opalescent from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Opalescent are Mais Oui by Valspar (a near-identical match), Wayward Winds by PPG (a near-identical match), Wind Chime by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Opalescent'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 Opalescent?
Opalescent has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Opalescent's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.