Stardew 9138 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A6B2B5, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yreka! from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6B2B5 · 9138
Stardew
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Stardew
Stardew is a soft, light blue-gray at LRV 43 — a gentle, grayed blue that behaves more like a cool neutral than a color. It brings a quiet, airy calm to bedrooms and bathrooms and reads as a sophisticated gray with just a whisper of blue.
Its cool base reads slightly bluer in north light. It pairs with crisp whites and pale wood for a serene, modern feel. Behr Flint Smoke and Benjamin Moore Nimbus Gray are its closest cross-brand matches.
Stardew Technical Profile
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Stardew in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stardew in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsStardew
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsYreka!
Yreka!
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Timber Wolf
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Special Delivery
PPG
Nearly identical
Flint Smoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Nimbus Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lagoon Reflection
Valspar
Nearly identical
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Waterby
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stardew
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stardew
#A6B2B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stardew
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stardew 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 Stardew.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stardew — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stardew have?
Stardew by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Stardew in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stardew from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stardew are Yreka! by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Timber Wolf by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Special Delivery by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stardew'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 Stardew?
Stardew has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.3, 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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Related Reading
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 Stardew's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.