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Sherwin Williams Honed Soapstone SW9126

Honed Soapstone

Sherwin Williams

SW9126

About Honed Soapstone by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 31.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #9d9887

RGB: 157, 152, 135

Hue46°

Saturation10%

Lightness57%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Honed Soapstone SW9126 a warm or cool color?
Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone?
Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone?
Brightness is about 31%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 57%. Hue is close to 46°. The hex value is #9d9887. The RGB value is 157, 152, 135.
Is Honed Soapstone better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone?
You can match Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone work best in a home?
Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone compare to a pure white paint?
Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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