Pachyderm 9596 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BAB3A6, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Urban Gateway from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BAB3A6 · 9596
Pachyderm
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pachyderm Technical Profile
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Pachyderm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pachyderm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPachyderm
Nearly identical
KilzUrban Gateway
Urban Gateway
Kilz
Nearly identical
Natural Process
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Plymouth Rock
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rushmore Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Light Lichen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dry Goods Neutral
PPG
Nearly identical
Light Lichen
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rhino-Ed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Luxe Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pachyderm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pachyderm
#BAB3A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pachyderm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pachyderm 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 Pachyderm.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pachyderm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pachyderm have?
Pachyderm 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 Pachyderm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pachyderm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pachyderm are Urban Gateway by Kilz (a near-identical match), Natural Process by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Pewter Patter by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pachyderm'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 Pachyderm?
Pachyderm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Pachyderm's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.