Restoration 9578 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #AFA499, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kelmscott from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AFA499 · 9578
Restoration
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Restoration Technical Profile
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Restoration in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Restoration in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRestoration
Nearly identical
Vista PaintKelmscott
Kelmscott
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Organic Greige
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Deer Run
Behr
Nearly identical
Drifted Wood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Quicksand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Smoked Oyster
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fawn Doe
Kilz
Nearly identical
In the Hills
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Simmering Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Restoration
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Restoration
#AFA499
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Restoration
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Restoration 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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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Restoration — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Restoration have?
Restoration 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 Restoration in your own space before committing.
What colors match Restoration from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Restoration are Kelmscott by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Organic Greige by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Deer Run by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Restoration'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 Restoration?
Restoration has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Restoration's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.