Sherwin Williams Pearly White – The Sophisticated Neutral Paint Color

As an experienced interior designer I like to have a selection of tried and tested paint colors that I know works in a variety of settings. From neutrals to rich and deep colors to make an impact, this collection grows the more we design.

Choosing paint colors for any area of the home can feel like an impossible task. From which brand to use, to the paint sheen level, there’s a lot to consider before you even get to the color or which undertones might come into play! With our paint color article series we take a closer look into our tried and tested paint colors to help.

Today we’re looking at Sherwin Williams Pearly White (SW 7009)!

Sherwin Williams Pearly White (SW 7009) is a sophisticated and elevated neutral paint color that works incredibly well in a variety of spaces throughout the home. It’s a color that helps to balance out other tones in the space, making it a truly versatile paint color.

Let’s explore more of Sherwin Williams Pearly White (SW 7009) by discussing how you can use this paint color at home, and make it last!

Why We Love Sherwin Williams Pearly White!

Sherwin Williams Pearly White (SW 7009) is an extremely versatile paint color that we love to use in our interior design projects. Pearly White is a neutral paint color that helps to bounce light around the space. While there are hints of gray undertones to this color, don’t let this fool you! It actually compliments both cool and warm tones and textures.

Above all though, we love this paint color because it creates a beautiful timeless foundation to any home interior!

For a similar paint color, look at Sherwin Williams Alabaster.

How to Use Pearly White at Home

Sherwin Williams Pearly White can be used in a variety of ways in the home. It is a great color choice for using on walls, but it can also be used for statement cabinets or trims depending on the look you’re trying to achieve.

Pearly White is a great choice for using on all-four-walls but make sure to pair it with a lighter, off-white or white paint color for the trims to make the color come alive. For smaller rooms, you can use Pearly White in a similar way if you’d prefer to create a cozy and intimate feeling space, however I would recommend taking the color to the ceiling and trim work to create a true cozy environment!

Use Pearly White in any room of the home, as either a feature wall or all over wall paint! This paint color brings a balance for other tones in the space, while adding a timeless and sophisticated look.

What to Watch Out for…

Similarly to any paint color you choose in your home, there are some considerations to take into account when thinking of using Sherwin Williams Pearly White (SW 7009) in your home.

If you pair Pearly White with too many other cool tones closely in a space, it will make everything look and feel too cold. Instead, it should be used with some warm shades to help balance out the undertones.

Accent Color Pairings

Sherwin Williams Pearly White (bottom right) pairs well with a wide range of other colors! Pair it with warm neutral colors like brown, beige, and red tones to create a balanced look. Sherwin Williams Jogging Path (bottom left) is great for this.

Another option is to pair Pearly White (bottom right) with a deep and rich color like forest green or an opulent dusty purple color. We love Sherwin Williams Evergreens (top left) and Grapy (top right) for this! Use a crisp white paint color for the trim and ceiling to watch any of these color combinations come alive!