Sherwin Williams Dashing: Complete Color Review

If you’re looking for a white paint color that feels fresh and easy to live with, Sherwin Williams Dashing might be worth a closer look.

I reach for white paint a lot because it gives you a clean, neutral starting point and instantly makes a space feel brighter and more open. It’s one of those colors that works with almost any style.

However, white paint colors aren't so easy to pick! There are SO many shades of white. White paint colors can have various undertones, can lean so creamy as to be almost greige or can be so stark as to be almost blinding. The choices are endless!

The best way to find a white paint color for your home is to dive into the details, swatch your top picks, and pick the one that you like best! So let’s break down Sherwin Williams Dashing and see if it’s the white that works for you.

Sherwin Williams, Dashing, SW 9544

Dashing is a neutral white, perfect for creating a fresh, clean vibe.

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Color Family

Dashing is in the white family.

Light Reflectance Value

83

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

With an LRV of 83, Dashing is a very light and bright paint color. But, it's worth noting that it's not a pure white (LRV of 100). It's not even super super close!

This will be more evident if you pair your Dashing with something that's actually white. Put a piece of blank printer paper next to it and suddenly you will see!

Generally, anything with an LRV from 72-82 is considered off-white, with anything higher than 82 being true white.

RGB Colors

R: 234 G: 235 B: 232

RGB shows how much red, green, and blue are mixed together to create the color. Each value runs from 0 to 255. Think of this as the recipe behind the paint color.

Hex Code

#EAEBE8

Undertones

Dashing has subtle green and gray undertones. It's even been known to have a smidge of purple in there.

In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Dashing appears lighter, brighter, and slightly warmer. Its green undertone may even make an appearance here, especially if theirs any trees or bushes near the window.

In north-facing rooms that lack natural light, Dashing will appear a bit darker and cooler. Its purple undertone may make an appearance here if the lighting conditions are just right.

Best Uses

Dashing is neutral enough to work as a whole house paint color.

Use it for:

• Living rooms
• Bedrooms
• Kitchens
• Bathrooms
• Home exterior
• Interior doors
• Cabinets
• Furniture

Similar Colors

• Sherwin Williams White Sail
• Benjamin Moore Decorator's White
• Behr Bay Breeze
• Sherwin Williams Ceiling Bright White
• Benjamin Moore Baby's Breath
• Behr Chalk Dust
• Sherwin Williams Extra White

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Coordinating Colors

Dashing is very neutral and therefore can play with almost any color scheme. However, I do not suggest pairing it with a pure white color, or it will look dingy.

I like to pair Dashing with grays, blues, and greens, but it plays well with most other colors.

Mid-toned grays:

• Breakwater
• Network Gray
• Mineral Deposit
• Gray Matters
• Morning Fog

Deep blues:

• Rain Cloud
• Outerspace
• Waterloo
• Bunglehouse Blue
• Tempe Star

Mid-toned green-grays:

• Evergreen Fog
• Cornwall Slate
• Illusive Green
• Canal Street
• Dried Thyme

Trim Colors

For white paint colors, I think the best option is to use the same color for the walls and for the trim. Just choose a different finish for tone on tone contrast.

So, choose Dashing in eggshell finish for the walls and Dashing in semi-gloss for the trim. This gives a soft, finished look. 

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FAQs

Here are some common frequently asked questions about Dashing.

What color is Sherwin Williams Dashing?

Sherwin Williams Dashing is a nice and clean, neutral white. It's perfect for creating a fresh, clean vibe. It also has a subtle green undertone.

What color trim goes with Sherwin Williams Dashing?

As a white paint color, the best option is to use Dashing for both the walls and trim. Just choose a different finish for tone on tone contrast.

So, choose Dashing in eggshell finish for the walls and Dashing in semi-gloss for the trim. You'll get a soft, finished look. 

What's the difference: SW Dashing vs Natural White?

Dashing and Natural White are very similar white paint colors.

Both have an LRV of 83, meaning neither is lighter or darker than the other.

Dashing leans more yellow / green and Natural Light leans more orange.

If you're debating between these two colors, my advice is simple: swatch them both. Paint samples on your walls, check them in different lighting, and go with the one that feels right. Chances are, you’ll love either one!

What's the difference: SW Dashing vs Pure White?

Dashing and Pure White are similar white paint colors.

Pure White is ever so slightly lighter, with an LRV of 84, vs Dashing's LRV of 83. However, the difference is pretty hard to spot.

Dashing leans more green / neutral and Pure White leans more yellow / a bit warmer.

If you’re torn between the two, try swatching them side by side to see which one feels right in your space.

What's the difference: SW Dashing vs Ceiling Bright White?

Dashing and Ceiling Bright White are very similar white paint colors.

Both have an LRV of 83, meaning neither is lighter or darker than the other.

Dashing leans more yellow and Ceiling Bright White leans more green.

Always swatch colors in your space before making a decision — especially when the two colors are this close.

What are the undertones of Sherwin Williams Dashing?

Sherwin Williams Dashing is a white paint color with the slightest of green and gray undertones. If you look closely you might even see a smidge of purple in there.

Thanks for reading!