Sherwin Williams Illusive Green SW 9164

Official page:Illusive Green SW 9164
Code:SW 9164
Name:Illusive Green
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Nurturer

What color is Sherwin Williams Illusive Green?

Step into a world of tranquility with Sherwin Williams Illusive Green (SW 9164). This captivating hue effortlessly blends the freshness of nature with the serenity of a cozy retreat. Infuse your bedroom with an air of relaxation or bring a touch of sophistication to your home office. Illusive Green (SW 9164) is a versatile color that excels in both modern and traditional settings. Elevate your living space with this enchanting shade and create a sanctuary that soothes the soul.

Illusive Green 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.

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Illusive Green for living room

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

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Sherwin Williams SW 9164 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.

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Sherwin Williams SW 9164 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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Illusive Green for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Sherwin Williams Illusive Green reviews

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What are Sherwin Williams Illusive Green undertones?

The undertone of Illusive Green 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

HEX value:

#92948D

RGB code:

146, 148, 141

Is Sherwin Williams Illusive Green SW 9164 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 77° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9164 Illusive Green HSL code: 77, 3%, 57%

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 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 Illusive Green

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 Illusive Green:

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 Illusive Green with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 257, such as Sherwin Williams Wood Violet and Purple Passage.

LRV of Illusive Green

Illusive Green has an LRV of 29.27% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 29.27%, 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#92948dCopy color code
RGB Decimal146, 148, 141Copy color code
RGB Percent57.25%, 58.04%, 55.29%Copy color code
HSVHue: 77° Saturation: 4.73% Value: 58.04%Copy color code
HSLhsl(77, 3, 57)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 1.35 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 4.73 Key: 41.96Copy color code
YIQY: 146.604 I: 1.058 Q: -2.601Copy color code
XYZX: 27.251 Y: 29.214 Z: 29.395Copy color code
CIE LabL:60.97 a:-2.07 b:3.445Copy color code
CIE LuvL:60.97 u:-0.76 v:5.201Copy color code
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Hunter Lab54.05, -4.592, 5.59Copy color code
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