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Sherwin Williams Green Onyx SW9128

Green Onyx

Sherwin Williams

SW9128

About Green Onyx by Sherwin Williams

Green Onyx SW9128 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 31% and hue near 65° 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: 31.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #989a82

RGB: 152, 154, 130

Hue65°

Saturation11%

Lightness56%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Green Onyx SW9128 a warm or cool color?
Green Onyx 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 Green Onyx?
Green Onyx sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 65°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Green Onyx?
Brightness is about 31%. Saturation is around 11%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 56%. Hue is close to 65°. The hex value is #989a82. The RGB value is 152, 154, 130.
Is Green Onyx better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Green Onyx has brightness around 31%. 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 Green Onyx?
You can match Green Onyx 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 Green Onyx work best in a home?
Green Onyx 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 Green Onyx compare to a pure white paint?
Green Onyx 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 Green Onyx 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 Green Onyx 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 Green Onyx. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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