Solitude 6535 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #99A7B8, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Namaste from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #99A7B8 · 6535
Solitude
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Solitude Technical Profile
HEX Code#99A7B8
RGB153, 167, 184
Estimated LRV37.9
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Solitude
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Solitude
#99A7B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Solitude
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Solitude 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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Solitude — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Solitude have?
Solitude by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Solitude from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Solitude are Namaste by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Inevitable by PPG (a close digital match), Rapid Waters by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Solitude'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 Solitude?
Solitude has a estimated lightness value of 37.9, 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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