Portsmouth 9644 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #768482, LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apollo Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #768482 · 9644
Portsmouth
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Portsmouth Technical Profile
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Portsmouth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Portsmouth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPortsmouth
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreApollo Blue
Apollo Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Juniper Ash
Behr
Nearly identical
Enchanted Eve
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thunderbolt
PPG
Nearly identical
Taiga Spruce
Valspar
Very similar
Rio Bravo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Downpour
Kilz
Very similar
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Polar Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Portsmouth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Portsmouth
#768482
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#829CAB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Portsmouth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Portsmouth 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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Portsmouth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Portsmouth have?
Portsmouth by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) 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 Portsmouth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Portsmouth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Portsmouth are Apollo Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Templeton Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Juniper Ash by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Portsmouth'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 Portsmouth?
Portsmouth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, 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 Portsmouth's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.