Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe SW 6039
| Official page: | Poised Taupe SW 6039 |
| Code: | SW 6039 |
| Name: | Poised Taupe |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | 2017 Noir, 2020 Mantra, 2019 Raconteur |
What color is Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe?
Immerse your space in the warm and inviting embrace of Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe (SW 6039). This versatile hue effortlessly blends the tranquility of taupe with a hint of sophistication, creating a serene ambiance in any room. Poised Taupe is the perfect choice for cozy living rooms, elegant bedrooms, and chic home offices, adding a touch of timeless elegance to your decor. Let SW 6039 be the anchor of your design palette, harmonizing beautifully with both modern and traditional furnishings. Elevate your interior with the understated charm and versatility of Poised Taupe.
Poised Taupe for bedroom
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Poised Taupe for living room
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Sherwin Williams SW 6039 for bathroom
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Poised Taupe for exterior
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What are Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe undertones?
The undertone of Poised Taupe 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8C7E78
RGB code:
140, 126, 120
Is Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe SW 6039 cool or warm?
With a hue of 18° thisdark purplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6039 Poised Taupe HSL code: 18, 8%, 51%
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 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.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Poised Taupe
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 dark purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe:
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 6039
Poised Taupe
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 Poised Taupe with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 198, such as Sherwin Williams Niebla Azul and Silver Lake.
LRV of Poised Taupe
Poised Taupe has an LRV of 21.96% 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 21.96%, 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 | #8c7e78 | |
| RGB Decimal | 140, 126, 120 | |
| RGB Percent | 54.90%, 49.41%, 47.06% | |
| HSV | Hue: 18° Saturation: 14.29% Value: 54.9% | |
| HSL | hsl(18, 8, 51) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 10.0 Yellow: 14.29 Key: 45.1 | |
| YIQ | Y: 129.502 I: 10.271 Q: 1.094 | |
| XYZ | X: 21.666 Y: 21.854 Z: 20.841 | |
| CIE Lab | L:53.871 a:4.263 b:5.207 | |
| CIE Luv | L:53.871 u:8.761 v:6.343 | |
| Decimal | 9207416 | |
| Hunter Lab | 46.748, 0.919, 6.291 |
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