Sherwin Williams Polished Mahogany SW 2838

Code:SW 2838
Name:Polished Mahogany
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Arts & Crafts (1880s-1910s), Intrinsic, Historic Exterior Color Wall

What color is Sherwin Williams Polished Mahogany?

The deep richness of Sherwin Williams SW 2838 Polished Mahogany brings an air of sophistication and warmth to any space. This color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals such as SW 7008 Alabaster and SW 6073 Perfect Greige, creating a perfect balance of elegance and coziness. To add a touch of drama, consider complementing Polished Mahogany with accents in SW 7034 Status Bronze or SW 6183 Conservative Gray for a bold, yet refined aesthetic. Whether used on walls, furniture, or trim, Polished Mahogany adds depth and character to any room.

Polished Mahogany 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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What are Sherwin Williams Polished Mahogany undertones?

The undertone of Polished Mahogany 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#432722

RGB code:

67, 39, 34

Is Sherwin Williams Polished Mahogany SW 2838 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 9° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 2838 Polished Mahogany HSL code: 9, 33%, 20%

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 red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • 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 Polished Mahogany

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 dark red shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Polished Mahogany:

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

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 Polished Mahogany with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 189, such as Sherwin Williams Mountain Air and Niebla Azul.

LRV of Polished Mahogany

Polished Mahogany has an LRV of 2.71% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 2.71%, 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#432722Copy color code
RGB Decimal67, 39, 34Copy color code
RGB Percent26.27%, 15.29%, 13.33%Copy color code
HSVHue: 9° Saturation: 49.25% Value: 26.27%Copy color code
HSLhsl(9, 33, 20)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 41.79 Yellow: 49.25 Key: 73.73Copy color code
YIQY: 46.802 I: 18.292 Q: 4.367Copy color code
XYZX: 3.329 Y: 2.76 Z: 1.87Copy color code
CIE LabL:19.056 a:12.489 b:8.838Copy color code
CIE LuvL:19.056 u:16.52 v:6.22Copy color code
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