Sherwin Williams Eros Pink SW 6860
| Official page: | Eros Pink SW 6860 |
| Code: | SW 6860 |
| Name: | Eros Pink |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | 2020 Play, 2019 Naturalist |
What color is Sherwin Williams Eros Pink?
Step into a world of warmth and sophistication with Sherwin Williams Eros Pink (SW 6860). This elegant hue effortlessly infuses any room with a sense of romance and charm. Ideal for bedrooms, nurseries, or elegant living rooms, Eros Pink adds a touch of femininity and softness to the space. Pair it with soft neutrals for a calming and inviting ambiance, or with bold accents for a striking contrast that is sure to make a statement. Let Eros Pink transform your interiors into a haven of style and beauty.
Eros Pink for bedroom
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Eros Pink for living room
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Sherwin Williams SW 6860 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6860 on kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Eros Pink reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Eros Pink undertones?
The undertone of Eros Pink 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#C84F68
RGB code:
200, 79, 104
Is Sherwin Williams Eros Pink SW 6860 cool or warm?
With a hue of 348° thisdark pinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6860 Eros Pink HSL code: 348, 52%, 55%
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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- 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 Eros Pink
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 pink shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Eros Pink:
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 6860
Eros Pink
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 Eros Pink with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 168, such as Sherwin Williams Juniper and Teal Stencil.
LRV of Eros Pink
Eros Pink has an LRV of 18.87% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 18.87%, 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 | #c84f68 | |
| RGB Decimal | 200, 79, 104 | |
| RGB Percent | 78.43%, 30.98%, 40.78% | |
| HSV | Hue: 348° Saturation: 60.5% Value: 78.43% | |
| HSL | hsl(348, 52, 55) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 60.5 Yellow: 48.0 Key: 21.57 | |
| YIQ | Y: 118.029 I: 64.07 Q: 33.376 | |
| XYZ | X: 29.116 Y: 18.874 Z: 15.203 | |
| CIE Lab | L:50.54 a:50.246 b:10.966 | |
| CIE Luv | L:50.54 u:83.852 v:4.185 | |
| Decimal | 13127528 | |
| Hunter Lab | 43.444, 43.601, 9.663 |
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