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Crisp white trim and a natural mahogany front door contrast richly against exterior siding painted in Downing Slate (Hex #777F86).
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Downing Slate SW 2819

Sherwin-Williams
LRV 21

What color is Downing Slate? Downing Slate by Sherwin-Williams is a deep, muted blue-gray with subtle violet undertones. This historic, moody slate color offers a sophisticated, grounded presence that is ideal for dramatic accent walls, cabinetry, and elegant exteriors.

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Paint Technical Profile

Color ID / SKU SW 2819
HEX Code #777F86
Light Reflectance (LRV) 21
Temperature Cool
Primary Undertone Blue
Hidden Undertones Gray, Violet
Use Interior, Exterior
Best Exposures South, West
Best For Exterior siding, Kitchen islands, Accent walls, Dining rooms

Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.

A split digital conceptual board showcasing a Craftsman exterior painted cool slate above, with physical roofing and bronze hardware swatches below.

Digital visualization: This moody slate gray applied to exterior siding, paired with creamy trim and bronze finishes.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Overcast morning light
  • Trim Color:Alabaster
  • Architectural Style:Craftsman
  • Roofing Material:Charcoal asphalt shingles
  • Hardware Finishes:Aged bronze
  • Styling Pro Tips:Incorporate lush green foundational plantings to contrast the cool slate

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Alabaster Sherwin-Williams • SW 7008
A digital split-screen presentation featuring a Sherwin-Williams Downing Slate kitchen island on top, and textured marble and brass material samples below.

Concept board: A deep gray-blue hue grounds the kitchen island, beautifully contrasting with bright white perimeter cabinetry and brass lighting.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Bright afternoon daylight
  • Cabinet Color:Pure White
  • Countertop:Calacatta marble
  • Hardware Finishes:Brushed brass
  • Flooring:White oak planks

Complementary Paint Colors

Pure White Sherwin-Williams • SW 7005
A dual-pane conceptual layout displaying a moody gray accent wall in a contemporary living room, grounded by walnut and linen fabric samples.

Material study: A rich slate gray feature wall sets a moody backdrop for warm walnut furniture and cream seating.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Soft diffused ambient light
  • Adjacent Walls:Snowbound
  • Key Materials:Walnut wood, cream linen
  • Vibe:Moody contemporary
  • Styling Pro Tips:Mount oversized abstract art on the accent wall

Complementary Paint Colors

Snowbound Sherwin-Williams • SW 7004
A conceptual split-board layout illustrating dark gray wainscoting in a dining room, paired with physical boucle fabric and ebonized oak swatches.

Design rendering: A sophisticated slate wainscoting grounds the dining space, illuminated by warm evening chandelier light and brass accents.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Warm evening chandelier glow
  • Upper Wall Color:Extra White
  • Furniture:Ebonized oak dining table
  • Chairs:White boucle
  • Hardware Finishes:Aged brass

Complementary Paint Colors

Extra White Sherwin-Williams • SW 7006

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