Sherwin Williams Elephant Ear SW 9168

Official page:Elephant Ear SW 9168
Code:SW 9168
Name:Elephant Ear
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Minimalist

What color is Sherwin Williams Elephant Ear?

Sherwin Williams' Elephant Ear (SW 9168) exudes a timeless sense of sophistication and warmth. This rich and grounding color is perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices. The deep tones of Elephant Ear add depth and drama to a space, making it an ideal choice for accent walls or cozy reading nooks. Pair this elegant hue with soft neutrals and natural textures for a harmonious and inviting aesthetic that will make any room feel like a sanctuary. Elevate your home with the understated elegance of Elephant Ear (SW 9168) and immerse yourself in its soothing and stylish embrace.

Sherwin Williams SW 9168 on kitchen cabinets

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

Elephant Ear for exterior

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Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

Sherwin Williams Elephant Ear reviews

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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.

What are Sherwin Williams Elephant Ear undertones?

The undertone of Elephant Ear 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#988F85

RGB code:

152, 143, 133

Is Sherwin Williams Elephant Ear SW 9168 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 32° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9168 Elephant Ear HSL code: 32, 8%, 56%

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.

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Elephant Ear:

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 decor, 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.

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