Slate Violet 9155 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #989192, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Storm Rolling In from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #989192 · 9155
Slate Violet
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Slate Violet Technical Profile
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Slate Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slate Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSlate Violet
Nearly identical
ValsparStorm Rolling In
Storm Rolling In
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Graylac
Behr
Nearly identical
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mesmerized
Kilz
Very similar
Sparrow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Evening Skyline
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Shining Armor
PPG
Very similar
Castle Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Telegrey 1
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slate Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slate Violet
#989192
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slate Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slate Violet 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 Slate Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Slate Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slate Violet have?
Slate Violet by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Slate Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slate Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slate Violet are Storm Rolling In by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sparrow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Opal Slate by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slate Violet's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Slate Violet?
Slate Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Slate Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.