Sherwin Williams Nonchalant White SW 6161
| Code: | SW 6161 |
| Name: | Nonchalant White |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well, Diaphanous |
What color is Sherwin Williams Nonchalant White?
Sherwin Williams SW 6161 Nonchalant White is a versatile and elegant hue that adds a sense of calm and sophistication to any space. This soft yet crisp shade pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like Sherwin Williams SW 7036 / Accessible Beige and cool blues like Sherwin Williams SW 6224 / Mountain Air. The timeless quality of Nonchalant White also complements earthy tones such as Sherwin Williams SW 7048 / Urbane Bronze and subtle hints of green like Sherwin Williams SW 9120 / Gentle Waves. With its ability to effortlessly interact with a variety of colors, Nonchalant White serves as a perfect backdrop for creating a harmonious and inviting ambiance in any room.
Nonchalant White for living room
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What are Sherwin Williams Nonchalant White undertones?
The undertone of Nonchalant White can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#DEDDD1
RGB code:
222, 221, 209
Is Sherwin Williams Nonchalant White SW 6161 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 55° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6161 Nonchalant White HSL code: 55, 16%, 85%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- 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 Nonchalant White
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Nonchalant White:
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 6161
Nonchalant White
Darker shades
SW 6161
Nonchalant White
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 Nonchalant White with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 235, such as Sherwin Williams Starry Night and Soulful Blue.
LRV of Nonchalant White
Nonchalant White has an LRV of 71.83% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 71.83%, 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 | #deddd1 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 222, 221, 209 | |
| RGB Percent | 87.06%, 86.67%, 81.96% | |
| HSV | Hue: 55° Saturation: 5.86% Value: 87.06% | |
| HSL | hsl(55, 16, 85) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.45 Yellow: 5.86 Key: 12.94 | |
| YIQ | Y: 219.931 I: 4.452 Q: -3.523 | |
| XYZ | X: 67.487 Y: 71.846 Z: 70.617 | |
| CIE Lab | L:87.895 a:-1.758 b:6.009 | |
| CIE Luv | L:87.895 u:1.24 v:9.321 | |
| Decimal | 14605777 | |
| Hunter Lab | 84.762, -6.214, 9.938 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 6161 Nonchalant White
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