Ref. #9E9793 · 9167
Polished Concrete
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Polished Concrete Technical Profile
What color is Polished Concrete? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #9E9793. Colors similar to Polished Concrete include Valspar Bleached Shadow, MPC Timber Wolf, MPC Fogbank. Polished Concrete has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Polished Concrete depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Polished Concrete pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Polished Concrete
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polished Concrete
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polished Concrete
#9E9793
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polished Concrete
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polished Concrete 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 Polished Concrete.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polished Concrete — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polished Concrete have?
Polished Concrete by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Polished Concrete from other brands?
The closest matches are Bleached Shadow by Valspar (#9C9592), Timber Wolf by MPC (#9E9996), Fogbank by MPC (#9E9892). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Polished Concrete?
Polished Concrete has an LRV of 31.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polished Concrete's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.