River Reed 9534 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #94876E, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dry Pasture from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94876E · 9534
River Reed
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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River Reed in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to River Reed in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRiver Reed
Nearly identical
BehrDry Pasture
Dry Pasture
Behr
Nearly identical
Tawny Owl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Winter Delta
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ceramic Pot
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mortar
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
African Plain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rattan Palm
PPG
Very similar
Sleeping Cabin
Kilz
Very similar
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With River Reed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
River Reed
#94876E
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 River Reed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
River Reed 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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River Reed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does River Reed have?
River Reed 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 River Reed in your own space before committing.
What colors match River Reed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to River Reed are Dry Pasture by Behr (a near-identical match), Dry Pasture by Behr (a near-identical match), Tawny Owl by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting River Reed'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 River Reed?
River Reed has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why River Reed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.