Ref. #949488 · 9131
Cornwall Slate
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cornwall Slate Technical Profile
What color is Cornwall Slate? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #949488. Colors similar to Cornwall Slate include Hirshfield's Everlasting Sage, Benjamin Moore Storm Cloud Gray, Behr Hunters Hollow. Cornwall Slate has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 29 gives Cornwall Slate depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Cornwall Slate pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cornwall Slate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Everlasting Sage
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Storm Cloud Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hunters Hollow
Behr
Nearly identical
Everlasting Sage
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Smoky Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dusky Parakeet
Valspar
Very similar
Lost Space
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cornwall Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cornwall Slate
#949488
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cornwall Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cornwall Slate Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Cornwall Slate.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cornwall Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cornwall Slate have?
Cornwall Slate by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cornwall Slate from other brands?
The closest matches are Everlasting Sage by Hirshfield's (#949587), Storm Cloud Gray by Benjamin Moore (#929385), Hunters Hollow by Behr (#95978C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cornwall Slate?
Cornwall Slate has an LRV of 29.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cornwall Slate's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.