Whirlwind 9576 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D8CFC6, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Weeping Birch from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D8CFC6 · 9576
Whirlwind
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Whirlwind Technical Profile
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Whirlwind in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whirlwind in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsWhirlwind
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWeeping Birch
Weeping Birch
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Froth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Granite Dust
Behr
Nearly identical
River Rock
PPG
Nearly identical
Mossy Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dusky Morn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Olympic Circle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Starched Linen
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Miner's Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whirlwind
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whirlwind
#D8CFC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whirlwind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whirlwind 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 Whirlwind.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whirlwind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whirlwind have?
Whirlwind 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 Whirlwind in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whirlwind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whirlwind are Weeping Birch by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sea Froth by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Granite Dust by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whirlwind'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 Whirlwind?
Whirlwind has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.3, 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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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 Whirlwind's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.