Sherwin Williams Arrowroote SW 9502

Official page:Arrowroote SW 9502
Code:SW 9502
Name:Arrowroote
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Emerald Designer Edition - Form + Function

What color is Sherwin Williams Arrowroote?

The color Arrowroote (SW 9502) by Sherwin Williams is a light and airy neutral shade that exudes a sense of tranquility and sophistication. This versatile hue complements a range of colors, including soft blues, warm grays, and subtle greens. Pairing Arrowroote (SW 9502) with deeper tones like navy blue or charcoal can create a striking contrast, while combining it with pastel shades like blush pink or mint green can evoke a soothing and harmonious atmosphere in any space. Whether used as a wall color, in furniture, or as accent pieces, Arrowroote (SW 9502) adds a touch of timeless elegance to any room.

Arrowroote for living room

Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

SW Arrowroote living room color
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SW Arrowroote living room color
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What are Sherwin Williams Arrowroote undertones?

The undertone of Arrowroote can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#E4DECF

RGB code:

228, 222, 207

Is Sherwin Williams Arrowroote SW 9502 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 43° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9502 Arrowroote HSL code: 43, 28%, 85%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Arrowroote

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Arrowroote:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Arrowroote with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 223, such as Sherwin Williams Sea Mariner and Starry Night.

LRV of Arrowroote

Arrowroote has an LRV of 73.49% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 73.49%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#e4decfCopy color code
RGB Decimal228, 222, 207Copy color code
RGB Percent89.41%, 87.06%, 81.18%Copy color code
HSVHue: 43° Saturation: 9.21% Value: 89.41%Copy color code
HSLhsl(43, 28, 85)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.63 Yellow: 9.21 Key: 10.59Copy color code
YIQY: 222.084 I: 8.396 Q: -3.399Copy color code
XYZX: 69.377 Y: 73.242 Z: 69.497Copy color code
CIE LabL:88.563 a:-0.514 b:8.082Copy color code
CIE LuvL:88.563 u:4.332 v:12.14Copy color code
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Hunter Lab85.582, -5.067, 11.76Copy color code
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