Tanglewood 9607 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9B8F7E, LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Cobblestone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B8F7E · 9607
Tanglewood
28%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tanglewood Technical Profile
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Tanglewood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tanglewood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsTanglewood
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDusty Cobblestone
Dusty Cobblestone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone Manor
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tropical Tan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Smokey Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Raccoon Hollow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oyster Shell
PPG
Nearly identical
Mission Brown
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rain Barrel
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tanglewood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tanglewood
#9B8F7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tanglewood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tanglewood 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 Tanglewood.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tanglewood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tanglewood have?
Tanglewood 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 Tanglewood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tanglewood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tanglewood are Dusty Cobblestone by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Stone Manor by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tropical Tan by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tanglewood'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 Tanglewood?
Tanglewood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.1, 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 Tanglewood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.