Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants SW 7738

Code:SW 7738
Name:Cargo Pants
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Timeless Color Wall

What color is Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants?

Sherwin Williams SW 7738 Cargo Pants is a sophisticated earthy green that brings a sense of nature into any space. This rich and versatile color pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like SW 7036 Accessible Beige and SW 6129 Restrained Gold, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. To add a touch of contrast, consider combining Cargo Pants with SW 7005 Pure White or SW 6258 Tricorn Black for a modern and elegant look. Whether used on walls, furniture, or accents, this deep green hue adds depth and character to any room, making it a timeless choice for interior design.

Cargo Pants for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants bedroom
Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants bedroom
Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants bedroom
Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants bedroom

Cargo Pants for living room

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space

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Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants living room

Sherwin Williams SW 7738 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Mid-tone real bathrooms.

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Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants bathroom
Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants minimalist bathroom
Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants bathroom
Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants minimalist bathroom

Sherwin Williams SW 7738 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants kitchen cabinets

Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants undertones?

The undertone of Cargo Pants 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:

#CDC4AE

RGB code:

205, 196, 174

Is Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants SW 7738 cool or warm?

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

SW 7738 Cargo Pants HSL code: 43, 24%, 74%

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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • 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 mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 Cargo Pants

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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Cargo Pants:

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 Cargo Pants 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 Cargo Pants

Cargo Pants has an LRV of 55.75% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 55.75%, 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#cdc4aeCopy color code
RGB Decimal205, 196, 174Copy color code
RGB Percent80.39%, 76.86%, 68.24%Copy color code
HSVHue: 43° Saturation: 15.12% Value: 80.39%Copy color code
HSLhsl(43, 24, 74)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.39 Yellow: 15.12 Key: 19.61Copy color code
YIQY: 196.183 I: 12.433 Q: -4.943Copy color code
XYZX: 52.556 Y: 55.516 Z: 47.98Copy color code
CIE LabL:79.337 a:-0.547 b:12.181Copy color code
CIE LuvL:79.337 u:6.613 v:17.652Copy color code
Decimal13485230Copy color code
Hunter Lab74.509, -4.484, 13.977Copy color code