Slumber Sloth 9606 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CEC5B6, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Taupe from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CEC5B6 · 9606
Slumber Sloth
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Slumber Sloth Technical Profile
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Slumber Sloth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slumber Sloth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSlumber Sloth
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSmokey Taupe
Smokey Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Overgrown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Shoreline Haze
Behr
Nearly identical
Synchronicity
PPG
Nearly identical
Overgrown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Oatbran
Valspar
Nearly identical
Go Quietly
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sandstone Tint
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Buried In Sand
Kilz
Very similar
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Slumber Sloth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slumber Sloth
#CEC5B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slumber Sloth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slumber Sloth 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 Slumber Sloth.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Slumber Sloth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slumber Sloth have?
Slumber Sloth 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 Slumber Sloth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slumber Sloth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slumber Sloth are Smokey Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Inukshuk by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Overgrown by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slumber Sloth'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 Slumber Sloth?
Slumber Sloth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Slumber Sloth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.