Sherwin-Williams • 9026

Tarnished Trumpet

Name: Sherwin-Williams Tarnished Trumpet 9026
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its versatile qualities, Tarnished Trumpet remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 6 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#D5B176

LRV

47.12

Light Reflectance Value

47.12

medium

Temperaturewarm

SaturationMidtone

Collection

2021 Encounter Creative

Tarnished Trumpet's Color Strip

Tarnished Trumpet is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sequin and Alchemy. The strip spans from Convivial Yellow at the lightest end to Sconce Gold at the deepest. Color strip 142 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.

C1Convivial Yellow C2Sequin C3Tarnished Trumpet

C4Alchemy C5Different Gold C6Nankeen C7Sconce Gold

Tarnished Trumpet in Real Rooms

Tarnished Trumpet has a medium-high LRV of 47.12 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's warm-toned and , picking up richness from natural light and sitting comfortably alongside wood tones and warm neutrals. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, front door, bathroom and bedroom.

3 Misc Photos

Tarnished Trumpet shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.

SW Tarnished Trumpet trims color review

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SW Tarnished Trumpet trims

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Sherwin Williams Tarnished Trumpet painted furniture

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1 Front Door Photo

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Tarnished Trumpet rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.

Sherwin Williams Tarnished Trumpet front door

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1 Bathroom Photo

Tarnished Trumpet is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.

Sherwin Williams Tarnished Trumpet bathroom

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1 Bedroom Photo

To use Tarnished Trumpet in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.