Sherwin Williams Emotional SW 6621
| Official page: | Emotional SW 6621 |
| Code: | SW 6621 |
| Name: | Emotional |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Teen Space, 2017 Intrepid, Energetic |
What color is Sherwin Williams Emotional?
Unleash a wave of sophistication with Emotional (SW 6621) by Sherwin Williams. This sultry shade of deep charcoal effortlessly infuses drama and elegance into any space. Ideal for creating a cozy atmosphere in the bedroom or a luxurious feel in the living room, Emotional (SW 6621) adds depth and intensity to your interiors. Pair with metallic accents and plush textures for a truly opulent look that exudes modern glamour. Let Emotional (SW 6621) be the bold statement color that elevates your home décor to new heights.
Emotional for bedroom
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Emotional for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Red shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 6621 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6621 on kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Emotional reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Emotional undertones?
The undertone of Emotional 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#C65F47
RGB code:
198, 95, 71
Is Sherwin Williams Emotional SW 6621 cool or warm?
With a hue of 11° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6621 Emotional HSL code: 11, 53%, 53%
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 red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Emotional
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 dark red shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Emotional:
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 6621
Emotional
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 Emotional with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 191, such as Sherwin Williams Rookwood Sash Green and Peacock Plume.
LRV of Emotional
Emotional has an LRV of 20.62% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 20.62%, 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 | #c65f47 | |
| RGB Decimal | 198, 95, 71 | |
| RGB Percent | 77.65%, 37.25%, 27.84% | |
| HSV | Hue: 11° Saturation: 64.14% Value: 77.65% | |
| HSL | hsl(11, 53, 53) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 52.02 Yellow: 64.14 Key: 22.35 | |
| YIQ | Y: 123.061 I: 69.09 Q: 14.319 | |
| XYZ | X: 28.521 Y: 20.648 Z: 8.443 | |
| CIE Lab | L:52.563 a:39.213 b:32.925 | |
| CIE Luv | L:52.563 u:79.221 v:29.244 | |
| Decimal | 13000519 | |
| Hunter Lab | 45.441, 32.513, 20.792 |
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