Warm Winter 9506 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E1D9C6, LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is White Sand from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1D9C6 · 9506
Warm Winter
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Warm Winter Technical Profile
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Warm Winter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warm Winter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsWarm Winter
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWhite Sand
White Sand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
White Elephant
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bleached Burl
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Instant Classic
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Light Raffia
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chartreuse Frost
Behr
Nearly identical
Shadow White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Antique White
PPG
Nearly identical
Paraffin Wax
Kilz
Nearly identical
Golden Weave
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Air .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Winter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Winter
#E1D9C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Winter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm Winter 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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Warm Winter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Winter have?
Warm Winter 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 Warm Winter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warm Winter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warm Winter are White Sand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), White Elephant by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Bleached Burl by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Warm Winter'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 Warm Winter?
Warm Winter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.7, 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 Warm Winter's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.