Sherwin Williams Clary Sage SW 6178
| Official page: | Clary Sage SW 6178 |
| Code: | SW 6178 |
| Name: | Clary Sage |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Independence |
What color is Sherwin Williams Clary Sage?
Sherwin Williams SW 6178 Clary Sage is a versatile and soothing hue that effortlessly brings a sense of tranquility to any space. This soft green-grey color pairs beautifully with crisp whites, warm neutrals, and natural wood tones, creating a harmonious and inviting atmosphere. Consider combining Sherwin Williams Clary Sage with accents in SW 7005 Pure White for a fresh and timeless look, or with SW 6150 Universal Khaki for a cozy and earthy feel. Whether used as a wall color or in furniture and decor, SW 6178 Clary Sage adds a touch of sophistication and serenity to your interior design scheme.
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What are Sherwin Williams Clary Sage undertones?
The undertone of Clary Sage can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#ACAD97
RGB code:
172, 173, 151
Is Sherwin Williams Clary Sage SW 6178 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 63° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6178 Clary Sage HSL code: 63, 12%, 64%
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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
- 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 Clary Sage
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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Green shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Clary Sage:
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
SW 6178
Clary Sage
Darker shades
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 Clary Sage with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 243, such as Sherwin Williams Soulful Blue and Purple Passage.
LRV of Clary Sage
Clary Sage has an LRV of 40.96% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
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 40.96%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #acad97 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 172, 173, 151 | |
| RGB Percent | 67.45%, 67.84%, 59.22% | |
| HSV | Hue: 63° Saturation: 12.72% Value: 67.84% | |
| HSL | hsl(63, 12, 64) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.58 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 12.72 Key: 32.16 | |
| YIQ | Y: 170.193 I: 6.474 Q: -7.058 | |
| XYZ | X: 37.542 Y: 40.892 Z: 35.185 | |
| CIE Lab | L:70.101 a:-4.267 b:11.204 | |
| CIE Luv | L:70.101 u:0.607 v:16.556 | |
| Decimal | 11316631 | |
| Hunter Lab | 63.947, -7.115, 12.14 | |
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