Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown SW 2807
| Code: | SW 2807 |
| Name: | Rookwood Medium Brown |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Victorian (1830s-1910s), Historic Exterior Color Wall |
What color is Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown?
Bring warmth and sophistication to your space with the timeless hue of Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown (SW 2807). This elegant color adds depth and richness, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Pair Rookwood Medium Brown with soft ivory and cream tones for a classic and refined look, or with deep sage green and navy for a more dramatic contrast. The versatility of Rookwood Medium Brown makes it a perfect choice for a variety of design styles, from traditional to modern. Elevate your space with this beautiful and versatile color that exudes comfort and style.
Rookwood Medium Brown 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.
Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown undertones?
The undertone of Rookwood Medium Brown 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#6E5241
RGB code:
110, 82, 65
Is Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown SW 2807 cool or warm?
With a hue of 23° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 2807 Rookwood Medium Brown HSL code: 23, 26%, 34%
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 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 Rookwood Medium Brown
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 brown shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown:
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 2807
Rookwood Medium Brown
Darker shades
SW 2807
Rookwood Medium Brown
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 Rookwood Medium Brown with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 203, such as Sherwin Williams Riverway and Glass Bead.
LRV of Rookwood Medium Brown
Rookwood Medium Brown has an LRV of 9.71% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 9.71%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #6e5241 | |
| RGB Decimal | 110, 82, 65 | |
| RGB Percent | 43.14%, 32.16%, 25.49% | |
| HSV | Hue: 23° Saturation: 40.91% Value: 43.14% | |
| HSL | hsl(23, 26, 34) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 25.45 Yellow: 40.91 Key: 56.86 | |
| YIQ | Y: 88.434 I: 22.148 Q: 0.633 | |
| XYZ | X: 10.402 Y: 9.732 Z: 6.33 | |
| CIE Lab | L:37.357 a:9.179 b:14.516 | |
| CIE Luv | L:37.357 u:19.144 v:15.104 | |
| Decimal | 7230017 | |
| Hunter Lab | 31.196, 4.927, 9.806 |
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