While paint is often cited as the fastest way to transform a room, it’s also not a project you want to tackle too often. Sure, in relation to installing tile or tearing down walls, painting is usually easier. But that doesn’t necessarily make it easy. So, it’s best to choose a paint color that you can trust to stand the test of time, from a reliable brand—and Sherwin-Williams is a paint brand many designers swear by.
“Sherwin-Williams has been around for over 150 years, and it’s a paint brand that has consistently provided high quality paints at approachable price points,” says Sasha Basso, designer at Capiz Studio. “It can be found at major retailers all over the country, making it something you can pick up easily for a weekend project.”
David Quarles IV, principal designer of Studio 417, also depends on Sherwin-Williams to bring his moodboards to life, and says that he likes how this enduring brand still stays on top of trends and technology. “They make sure their paint is as efficient as it is beautiful,” he notes.
So, if you’re convinced on going with a Sherwin-Williams paint, then next you just have to choose which shade—which is no easy task either. To help you narrow things down, here are some designer-loved colors from the brand.
Rhythmic Blue
Sherwin-Williams
“My team and I used this color in a recent dining room project and absolutely loved it,” Quarles says. “It’s the perfect soft blue that feels warm. The dining room received the best sunny, soft glow in the morning and during golden hour. And rather than cool the space down with another blue, we chose this one to play into the warmth of the sun.”
Basque Green
Sherwin-Williams
“For the millwork in the same dining room project, my team and I picked this color,” Quarles says. “Now it has become a signature color. We wanted a warm green that introduced a feeling of lush foliage. Basque Green is that for us, and more. I loved the color so much, my dining room millwork and ceiling have been painted this beautiful shade of green.”
Jasper
Sherwin-WIlliams
“Cabinetry coated in Jasper in a satin-enamel finish feels classic but fresh,” says designer Melissa Oholendt of Oho Interiors. The paint is a deep green shade with cool undertones, which can read as almost-black in certain lighting.
Armory
Sherwin-Williams
“Armory is a dark brown that can be used in place of black when you want something warmer,” Basso says. “I actually painted the window trim and garage door of my San Francisco house in this color in a satin finish because black felt too harsh and lighter brown felt too basic. This gives it a drama without the starkness of being solid black.”
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
“This is a gorgeous charcoal grey that’s rich in pigment but still warm, allowing you to go dark without feeling too goth,” Basso says. “I’d use it in a flat finish in an office, library, or family room. Paired with matching velvet curtains and a deep couch, it’ll give you a cozy, curl-up-with-a-book feeling that’s perfect for lounging.”
Lightweight Beige
Sherwin-Williams
“As I’m becoming a fan of neutrals, this color has recently stopped me in my tracks,” Quarles says. “It’s a warm tan with a slightly pink undertone that introduces a level of sophistication. You can use it on a ceiling, doors, or trim, and you can drench an entire space in this color.”
Alabaster
Sherwin-Williams
“This is a creamy white that is incredibly versatile,” Basso says. “In a flat finish, it gives the feeling of a natural lime wash or plaster. I love using it in Mediterranean or Scandi-inspired spaces to let the architecture and furnishings take center stage while reflecting natural light around the room.” (Oholendt also picked Alabaster as a go-to favorite shade.)
