Sherwin-Williams Honed Soapstone (SW 9126) is a muted, earthy olive green with strong gray undertones. This warm, mid-tone neutral brings a sophisticated, grounded energy to cabinetry, accent walls, and cozy living spaces.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 9126 |
| HEX Code | #9D9887 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 31 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Green |
| Hidden Undertones | Gray, Yellow |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Kitchen cabinets, accent walls, cozy living rooms, exteriors, mudrooms |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This elevated greenish-taupe hue applied to flat-panel cabinetry, perfectly paired with Calacatta gold marble.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp morning directional light
- Wall Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Creamy
- Countertops:Calacatta gold marble
- Hardware Finishes:Aged brass
- Wood Accents:Medium tone walnut
- Vibe:Warm, elevated transitional
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Concept board: This textured masculine shade on a paneled accent wall, contrasting with exposed steel and warm leather.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft diffused afternoon light
- Main Wall Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray
- Key Materials:Blackened steel, camel leather
- Flooring:White oak
- Architectural Style:Industrial chic
- Vibe:Textured and masculine
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Digital color test: This intimate earthy tone enveloping a cozy living space, styled with reclaimed wood and dark bronze.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm evening firelight and ambient lamps
- Trim Recommendation:Color-drenched (Honed Soapstone)
- Key Materials:Chunky knit wool, reclaimed oak
- Hardware Finishes:Dark bronze
- Vibe:Intimate, earthy, and sheltering
Material visualization: This contemporary organic neutral applied to exterior stucco, complemented by natural flagstone and warm cedar soffits.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright midday sun
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Pure White
- Architectural Materials:Natural flagstone, warm cedar wood
- Hardware Finishes:Black steel
- Vibe:Contemporary organic
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Architectural rendering: This rustic clean shade tested on mudroom lockers, paired with charcoal slate tile and woven seagrass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright overhead natural skylight
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Alabaster
- Flooring:Charcoal slate tile
- Key Materials:Woven seagrass, matte black
- Wood Accents:Clear pine bench
- Vibe:Functional, rustic, and clean
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Room Compatibility & Clashes Diagnoses
Hackrea's reports evaluating the compatibility of Honed Soapstone in real rooms.East-Facing Kitchen & Casual Dining Nook
"The muted green-gray paint creates an appealing organic contrast against the amber oak floors, but its khaki undertone causes mild friction against the cool subway tile backsplash and multi-tonal granite counters."
East-Facing Vaulted Kitchen
"The earthy stone paint complements the warm hardwood floors and granite countertops, but the cool blue-black perimeter walls and uneven east daylight induce noticeable muddiness across the upper cabinetry."
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