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Sherwin Williams Chocolate Powder SW9082

Chocolate Powder

Sherwin Williams

SW9082

About Chocolate Powder by Sherwin Williams

Chocolate Powder SW9082 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 24° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 28.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a58c7b

RGB: 165, 140, 123

Hue24°

Saturation19%

Lightness57%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Chocolate Powder 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 Chocolate Powder looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Chocolate Powder SW9082 a warm or cool color?
Chocolate Powder by Sherwin Williams is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Chocolate Powder?
Chocolate Powder sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 24°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Chocolate Powder?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 57%. Hue is close to 24°. The hex value is #a58c7b. The RGB value is 165, 140, 123.
Is Chocolate Powder better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Chocolate Powder has brightness around 28%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Chocolate Powder?
You can match Chocolate Powder 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 Chocolate Powder work best in a home?
Chocolate Powder works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Chocolate Powder compare to a pure white paint?
Chocolate Powder is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Chocolate Powder 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 Chocolate Powder 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 Chocolate Powder. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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