Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold SW 6360
| Official page: | Folksy Gold SW 6360 |
| Code: | SW 6360 |
| Name: | Folksy Gold |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Precious Baby |
What color is Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold?
Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold (SW 6360) brings warmth and elegance to any space with its rich golden tones. This versatile color pairs beautifully with deep navy blues for a sophisticated contrast, or with soft creams and whites for a more calming ambiance. Complement Folksy Gold with accents in burnt oranges and muted greens to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Whether used as a statement wall color or as an accent throughout the room, SW 6360 adds a touch of luxury and vibrancy to any interior. Elevate your space with the timeless beauty of Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold.
Folksy Gold for bedroom
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.
Folksy Gold for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Red shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 6360 for bathroom
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 6360 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold reviews
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.
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What are Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold undertones?
The undertone of Folksy Gold 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D69969
RGB code:
214, 153, 105
Is Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold SW 6360 cool or warm?
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cool
With a hue of 26° thisRedrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6360 Folksy Gold HSL code: 26, 57%, 63%
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.
- 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 Folksy Gold
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 Red shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Folksy Gold:
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 6360
Folksy Gold
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 Folksy Gold with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 206, such as Sherwin Williams Powder Blue and Hinting Blue.
LRV of Folksy Gold
Folksy Gold has an LRV of 37.99% 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 37.99%, 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 | #d69969 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 214, 153, 105 | |
| RGB Percent | 83.92%, 60.00%, 41.18% | |
| HSV | Hue: 26° Saturation: 50.93% Value: 83.92% | |
| HSL | hsl(26, 57, 63) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 28.5 Yellow: 50.93 Key: 16.08 | |
| YIQ | Y: 165.767 I: 51.774 Q: -2.034 | |
| XYZ | X: 41.674 Y: 38.102 Z: 18.52 | |
| CIE Lab | L:68.095 a:17.371 b:34.179 | |
| CIE Luv | L:68.095 u:45.523 v:39.328 | |
| Decimal | 14063977 | |
| Hunter Lab | 61.726, 12.492, 25.419 | |
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Stunning Gold
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Ferrous
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