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Sherwin Williams Sleepy Hollow SW9145

Sleepy Hollow

Sherwin Williams

SW9145

About Sleepy Hollow by Sherwin Williams

Sleepy Hollow SW9145 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 56% and hue near 199° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 56.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b7c9d1

RGB: 183, 201, 209

Hue199°

Saturation22%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Sleepy Hollow SW9145 a warm or cool color?
Sleepy Hollow by Sherwin Williams is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sleepy Hollow?
Sleepy Hollow sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 199°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sleepy Hollow?
Brightness is about 56%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 199°. The hex value is #b7c9d1. The RGB value is 183, 201, 209.
Is Sleepy Hollow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sleepy Hollow has brightness around 56%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sleepy Hollow?
You can match Sleepy Hollow 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 Sleepy Hollow work best in a home?
Sleepy Hollow 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 Sleepy Hollow compare to a pure white paint?
Sleepy Hollow is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Sleepy Hollow 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 Sleepy Hollow 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 Sleepy Hollow. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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