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Superwhite

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Superwhite remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#E8EAEA

LRV

0.00

Light Reflectance Value
0.00
light
Temperatureneutral

Superwhite in Real Rooms

Superwhite has a low LRV of 0 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.

1 Kitchen Photo

In a modern kitchen, Superwhite provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.

Sw 6995 Kitchen

Sw 6995 Kitchen

@truleyhome.llc

2 Living Room Photos

When applied to living room walls, Superwhite creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.

Living Room

Living Room

@truleyhome.llc

Living Room

Living Room

@truleyhome.llc

2 House Photos

Superwhite is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.

House Exterior

House Exterior

@hewittbuilding_company

Sw Superwhite House Exterior

Sw Superwhite House Exterior

@hewittbuilding_company

Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#E8EAEA
RGB232, 234, 234
HSL180° 5% 91%
CMYK1 0 0 8
CIE LabL: 92.5 a: -0.7 b: -0.2
XYZX: 77.55 Y: 81.94 Z: 89.56