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Sherwin Williams Alabaster SW7008

Alabaster

Sherwin Williams

SW7008

About Alabaster by Sherwin Williams

Alabaster SW7008 by Sherwin Williams is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 82% and hue near 46° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 82.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #edeae0

RGB: 237, 234, 224

Hue46°

Saturation27%

Lightness90%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Alabaster from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Alabaster looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Alabaster SW7008 a warm or cool color?
Alabaster by Sherwin Williams is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Alabaster?
Alabaster sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 46°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Alabaster?
Brightness is about 82%. Saturation is around 27%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 90%. Hue is close to 46°. The hex value is #edeae0. The RGB value is 237, 234, 224.
Is Alabaster better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Alabaster has brightness around 82%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Alabaster?
You can match Alabaster with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Alabaster work best in a home?
Alabaster is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Alabaster compare to a pure white paint?
Alabaster is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Alabaster in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Alabaster in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Alabaster. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Alabaster. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.