Sherwin Williams Frostwork SW 0059

Code:SW 0059
Name:Frostwork
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Living Well, Precious Baby, Free Spirit, Historic Interior Color Wall, The Jazz Age (1920s)

What color is Sherwin Williams Frostwork?

Step into a tranquil oasis with Frostwork (SW 0059) by Sherwin Williams. This soft and soothing hue, reminiscent of a winter's frost, creates a sense of calm and serenity in any space. Frostwork is ideal for bedrooms, bathrooms, and living rooms, where its gentle touch can promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether painted on walls or used in accents, this color effortlessly elevates the ambiance of the room, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat within their home. Embrace the cool elegance of Frostwork and transform your space into a sanctuary of comfort and style.

Frostwork 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 Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Frostwork for living room

Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

Frostwork living room
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Frostwork living room
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Sherwin Williams SW 0059 on kitchen cabinets

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

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Sw 0059 kitchen cabinets
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Sw 0059 kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Frostwork 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 Frostwork undertones?

The undertone of Frostwork can be accurately described as a Green 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

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RGB code:

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Is Sherwin Williams Frostwork SW 0059 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 81° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 0059 Frostwork HSL code: 81, 13%, 79%

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.
  • Warm green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Frostwork

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Frostwork:

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 décor 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. For the color Frostwork with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 261, such as Sherwin Williams Wood Violet and Berry Cream.

LRV of Frostwork

Frostwork has an LRV of 61.57% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 61.57%, 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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HEX#cbd0c2Copy color code
RGB Decimal203, 208, 194Copy color code
RGB Percent79.61%, 81.57%, 76.08%Copy color code
HSVHue: 81° Saturation: 6.73% Value: 81.57%Copy color code
HSLhsl(81, 13, 79)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 2.4 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 6.73 Key: 18.43Copy color code
YIQY: 204.909 I: 1.519 Q: -5.414Copy color code
XYZX: 56.92 Y: 61.703 Z: 59.936Copy color code
CIE LabL:82.755 a:-4.221 b:6.358Copy color code
CIE LuvL:82.755 u:-2.097 v:10.176Copy color code
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Hunter Lab78.551, -8.121, 9.747Copy color code
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