Waterloo 9141 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #536872, estimated LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silent Night from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #536872 · 9141
Waterloo
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Waterloo Technical Profile
HEX Code#536872
RGB83, 104, 114
Estimated LRV13.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Waterloo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Waterloo
#536872
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#636C95
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Waterloo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Waterloo 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
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Waterloo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Waterloo have?
Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Waterloo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Waterloo are Silent Night by PPG (a close digital match), Rush Hour by Behr (a close digital match), Grayed Navy by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Waterloo'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 Waterloo?
Waterloo has a estimated lightness value of 13.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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