Sherwin Williams Empire Gold SW 0012
| Color code: | SW 0012 |
| Color name: | Empire Gold |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Color collections: | Historic Interior Color Wall, Purely Refined, Victorian (1830s-1910s) |
What color is Sherwin Williams Empire Gold?
Step into a realm of timeless elegance with Sherwin Williams SW 0012, also known as Empire Gold. This majestic hue exudes opulence and sophistication, casting a warm and inviting glow wherever it touches. Perfect for bringing a touch of luxury to a formal dining room or creating a regal atmosphere in a grand living room, Empire Gold adds a touch of old-world charm to any space. Pair it with rich, dark woods and luxurious fabrics for a truly sumptuous feel. Let Empire Gold reign supreme in your home, transforming any room into a palace fit for royalty.
Empire Gold for bedroom
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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.
Empire Gold for living room
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Check out this stunning Mid-tone used in real living rooms. Explore how this Yellow color shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 0012 for bathroom
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Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Mid-tone real bathrooms.
Sherwin Williams SW 0012 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.
Sherwin Williams Empire Gold 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 Empire Gold undertones?
Red is Sherwin Williams Empire Gold undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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HEX value
HEX value:
#C19F6E
RGB code:
193, 159, 110
Is Sherwin Williams Empire Gold SW 0012 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 35° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 0012 Empire Gold HSL code: 35, 40%, 59%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm Yellow will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
- Warm Beige undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
- Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
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 Empire Gold:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Sherwin Williams SW 0012 Empire Gold
Darker shades
Sherwin Williams SW 0012 Empire Gold
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Sherwin Williams SW 0012 Empire Gold
Color comparison
Empire Gold SW 0012 vs Antiquity SW 6402
Wondering how these two paint colors differ? Let us help you choose the perfect paint color for your home with our comparison.
LRV: 37.17%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 38.84%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
Empire Gold SW 0012 vs Sassy Green SW 6416
Unsure what shade you should go with? We'll compare the two to help you find the perfect shade for your room.
LRV: 37.17%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 39.55%
Medium color
Temperature: warm