Sherwin Williams Rachel Pink SW 0026
| Official page: | Rachel Pink SW 0026 |
| Code: | SW 0026 |
| Name: | Rachel Pink |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well, Historic Interior Color Wall, Colonial Revival (1870s-1900s) |
What color is Sherwin Williams Rachel Pink?
Sherwin Williams SW 0026 Rachel Pink is a soft and elegant hue that brings a touch of sophistication to any space. This delicate pink shade pairs beautifully with crisp whites, warm grays, and soft greens to create a harmonious and soothing color palette. Whether used as an accent wall or as an overall color scheme, Rachel Pink adds a subtle warmth and charm to a room. Complement this lovely hue with natural wood tones, brass accents, and lush greenery for a timeless and inviting look. Embrace the beauty of Sherwin Williams Rachel Pink SW 0026 and transform your space into a peaceful sanctuary.
Rachel Pink 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 Rachel Pink undertones?
The undertone of Rachel Pink 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#E8B9AE
RGB code:
232, 185, 174
Is Sherwin Williams Rachel Pink SW 0026 cool or warm?
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cool
With a hue of 11° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 0026 Rachel Pink HSL code: 11, 56%, 80%
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 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 Rachel Pink
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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Rachel Pink:
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
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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 Rachel Pink with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 191, such as Sherwin Williams Festoon Aqua and Drizzle.
LRV of Rachel Pink
Rachel Pink has an LRV of 54.9% 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 54.9%, 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 | #e8b9ae |  |
| RGB Decimal | 232, 185, 174 | |
| RGB Percent | 90.98%, 72.55%, 68.24% | |
| HSV | Hue: 11° Saturation: 25.0% Value: 90.98% | |
| HSL | hsl(11, 56, 80) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 20.26 Yellow: 25.0 Key: 9.02 | |
| YIQ | Y: 197.799 I: 31.542 Q: 6.519 | |
| XYZ | X: 58.268 Y: 54.912 Z: 47.563 | |
| CIE Lab | L:78.991 a:15.307 b:12.026 | |
| CIE Luv | L:78.991 u:30.423 v:14.365 | |
| Decimal | 15251886 | |
| Hunter Lab | 74.103, 10.676, 13.817 | |
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