Sherwin Williams Whirlpool SW 9135
| Official page: | Whirlpool SW 9135 |
| Code: | SW 9135 |
| Name: | Whirlpool |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Whirlpool?
Elevate your space with Sherwin Williams Whirlpool (SW 9135) - a captivating blend of deep blue and teal. This rich hue exudes a sense of tranquility and sophistication, making it ideal for bedrooms, home offices, or accent walls. Pair Whirlpool with crisp white accents to create a clean, modern look, or combine it with warm neutrals like greige and beige for a cozy, inviting feel. For a bold contrast, consider incorporating pops of mustard yellow or coral to liven up the space. Whether you prefer a contemporary or traditional aesthetic, Whirlpool adds depth and personality to any room.
Sherwin Williams SW 9135 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Whirlpool for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Sherwin Williams Whirlpool reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Sherwin Williams Whirlpool undertones?
The undertone of Whirlpool can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#80969D
RGB code:
128, 150, 157
Is Sherwin Williams Whirlpool SW 9135 cool or warm?
With a hue of 194° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 9135 Whirlpool HSL code: 194, 13%, 56%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
How light temperature affects Whirlpool
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Whirlpool:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Whirlpool with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 14, such as Sherwin Williams Mauve Tinge and Studio Mauve.
LRV of Whirlpool
Whirlpool has an LRV of 28.84% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 28.84%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #80969d | |
| RGB Decimal | 128, 150, 157 | |
| RGB Percent | 50.20%, 58.82%, 61.57% | |
| HSV | Hue: 194° Saturation: 18.47% Value: 61.57% | |
| HSL | hsl(194, 13, 56) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 18.47 Magenta: 4.46 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 38.43 | |
| YIQ | Y: 144.22 I: -15.359 Q: -2.475 | |
| XYZ | X: 25.892 Y: 28.835 Z: 36.091 | |
| CIE Lab | L:60.636 a:-6.203 b:-6.281 | |
| CIE Luv | L:60.636 u:-11.888 v:-8.186 | |
| Decimal | 8427165 | |
| Hunter Lab | 53.699, -7.904, -2.26 |
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