Western Reserve 9597 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A8A294, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sycamore Bark from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8A294 · 9597
Western Reserve
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Western Reserve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Western Reserve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsWestern Reserve
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSycamore Bark
Sycamore Bark
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rockport Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tornado Watch
Valspar
Nearly identical
Poised Neutral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wild Mushroom
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aldabra
PPG
Nearly identical
Jackal
Behr
Nearly identical
Wood Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Western Reserve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Western Reserve
#A8A294
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 Western Reserve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Western Reserve 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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Western Reserve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Western Reserve have?
Western Reserve 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 Western Reserve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Western Reserve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Western Reserve are Sycamore Bark by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Rockport Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Chateau by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Western Reserve'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 Western Reserve?
Western Reserve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Western Reserve's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.