Cadet
With a focus on versatile tones, Cadet (9143) is a standout Blue in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to perfect for adding character to any space. See it applied across 10 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#91999C
LRV
31.22
Cadet's Color Strip
Cadet is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Uncertain Gray and Foggy Day. The strip spans from Misty at the lightest end to Dark Night at the deepest. Strip 222 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Cadet in Real Rooms
Cadet has a medium LRV of 31.22 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, kitchen cabinets and kitchen.
5 Living Room Photos
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Cadet. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Sherwin Williams Cadet Living Room
@accentsbyamyinteriordesign
Sherwin Williams Cadet Living Room
@accentsbyamyinteriordesign
Sw Cadet Wall Paint
@woodcrest_house
Accent Wall
@painter_lady_
Accent Wall
@painter_lady_
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
When you use Cadet on cabinetry, you're embracing furniture-grade sophistication. It elevates standard cupboards into something that feels custom-built, especially when paired with a satin or semi-gloss finish that lets the light catch the edges of the doors.
Sw Cadet Kitchen Cabinets
@hartley_group
Sw 9143 Kitchen Cabinets
@hartley_group
Sw 9143 Painted Cabinets
@orangeandorange_atl
2 Kitchen Photos
Using Cadet in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
Cadet Kitchen
@hartley_group
Sw 9143 Kitchen Island
@vpellydesigner
