Settlement 9594 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7E7970, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eagle Ridge from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7E7970 · 9594
Settlement
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Settlement Technical Profile
HEX Code#7E7970
RGB126, 121, 112
LRV19.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Settlement in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Settlement in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSettlement
Nearly identical
BehrEagle Ridge
Eagle Ridge
Behr
Nearly identical
Empire
Valspar
Nearly identical
Vigilant
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Weathered Rock
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wall Street Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Wildwood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Vigilant
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metal Fringe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Carter Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Settlement
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Settlement
#7E7970
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0A77A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Settlement
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Settlement 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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Settlement — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Settlement have?
Settlement by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Settlement in your own space before committing.
What colors match Settlement from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Settlement are Eagle Ridge by Behr (a near-identical match), Slippery Shale by Behr (a near-identical match), Empire by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Settlement'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 Settlement?
Settlement has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.3, 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 Settlement's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.