Tangled Twine 9538 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A18A67, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gold Taffeta from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A18A67 · 9538
Tangled Twine
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tangled Twine Technical Profile
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Tangled Twine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tangled Twine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsTangled Twine
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGold Taffeta
Gold Taffeta
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Historic Town
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Distant Land
Behr
Nearly identical
Iced Cappuccino
PPG
Nearly identical
Maple Brown Sugar
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Green Tea
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Prairie Path
Valspar
Very similar
Batter'S Box
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Roasted Mushroom
Kilz
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tangled Twine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tangled Twine
#A18A67
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tangled Twine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tangled Twine 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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Tangled Twine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tangled Twine have?
Tangled Twine 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 Tangled Twine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tangled Twine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tangled Twine are Gold Taffeta by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Historic Town by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Gold Taffeta by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tangled Twine'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 Tangled Twine?
Tangled Twine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tangled Twine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.