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Sherwin Williams Pearly White SW7009

Pearly White

Sherwin Williams

SW7009

About Pearly White by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 77.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e8e3d9

RGB: 232, 227, 217

Hue40°

Saturation25%

Lightness88%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Pearly White SW7009 a warm or cool color?
Pearly White 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 Pearly White?
Pearly White sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 40°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Pearly White?
Brightness is about 77%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 88%. Hue is close to 40°. The hex value is #e8e3d9. The RGB value is 232, 227, 217.
Is Pearly White better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Pearly White has brightness around 77%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Pearly White?
You can match Pearly White 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 Pearly White work best in a home?
Pearly White 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 Pearly White compare to a pure white paint?
Pearly White 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 Pearly White 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 Pearly White 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 Pearly White. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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