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Sherwin Williams Cornwall Slate SW9131

Cornwall Slate

Sherwin Williams

SW9131

About Cornwall Slate by Sherwin Williams

Cornwall Slate SW9131 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 29% and hue near 60° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 29.3%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #949488

RGB: 148, 148, 136

Hue60°

Saturation5%

Lightness56%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Cornwall Slate SW9131 a warm or cool color?
Cornwall Slate by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cornwall Slate?
Cornwall Slate sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 60°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cornwall Slate?
Brightness is about 29%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 56%. Hue is close to 60°. The hex value is #949488. The RGB value is 148, 148, 136.
Is Cornwall Slate better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cornwall Slate has brightness around 29%. 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 Cornwall Slate?
You can match Cornwall Slate 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 Cornwall Slate work best in a home?
Cornwall Slate 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 Cornwall Slate compare to a pure white paint?
Cornwall Slate is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Cornwall Slate 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 Cornwall Slate 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 Cornwall Slate. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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