Sherwin Williams Mauve Finery SW 6282
| Official page: | Mauve Finery SW 6282 |
| Code: | SW 6282 |
| Name: | Mauve Finery |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well |
What color is Sherwin Williams Mauve Finery?
Sherwin Williams SW 6282 Mauve Finery is a sophisticated shade that exudes elegance and warmth in any interior space. This enchanting hue pairs wonderfully with accents in Sherwin Williams SW 7052 Gray Area, providing a subtle contrast that enhances the overall ambiance. Complement Mauve Finery with furnishings in Sherwin Williams SW 7005 Pure White for a harmonious and timeless look. Adding hints of Sherwin Williams SW 6258 Tricorn Black can create a bold statement against the soft backdrop of Mauve Finery. Embrace the versatility of Mauve Finery by incorporating it into your decor palette for a refined and inviting atmosphere.
Mauve Finery 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.
Sherwin Williams Mauve Finery reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Mauve Finery undertones?
The undertone of Mauve Finery 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CBB8C0
RGB code:
203, 184, 192
Is Sherwin Williams Mauve Finery SW 6282 cool or warm?
With a hue of 335° thisPurplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6282 Mauve Finery HSL code: 335, 15%, 76%
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 purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
- Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- 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 Mauve Finery
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Mauve Finery:
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 6282
Mauve Finery
Darker shades
SW 6282
Mauve Finery
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 Mauve Finery with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 155, such as Sherwin Williams Mountain Air and Dard Hunter Green.
LRV of Mauve Finery
Mauve Finery has an LRV of 50.82% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident 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 50.82%, 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 | #cbb8c0 | |
| RGB Decimal | 203, 184, 192 | |
| RGB Percent | 79.61%, 72.16%, 75.29% | |
| HSV | Hue: 335° Saturation: 9.36% Value: 79.61% | |
| HSL | hsl(335, 15, 76) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 9.36 Yellow: 5.42 Key: 20.39 | |
| YIQ | Y: 190.593 I: 8.751 Q: 6.509 | |
| XYZ | X: 51.282 Y: 50.784 Z: 56.956 | |
| CIE Lab | L:76.548 a:8.133 b:-1.582 | |
| CIE Luv | L:76.548 u:10.59 v:-3.787 | |
| Decimal | 13351104 | |
| Hunter Lab | 71.263, 3.741, 2.497 |
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