Sherwin Williams Rose Brocade SW 0004
| Official page: | Rose Brocade SW 0004 |
| Code: | SW 0004 |
| Name: | Rose Brocade |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Historic Interior Color Wall, Victorian (1830s-1910s) |
What color is Sherwin Williams Rose Brocade?
Sherwin Williams SW 0004, also known as Rose Brocade, is a stunning warm pink hue that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This sophisticated color pairs beautifully with soft dove gray tones to create a chic and contemporary look. For a bolder contrast, consider combining Rose Brocade with rich navy blues or deep emerald greens. Whether used as an accent wall or throughout a room, SW 0004 Rose Brocade adds a romantic and inviting atmosphere to your home. Embrace this versatile color and create a space that exudes refinement and style.
Rose Brocade for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Sherwin Williams SW 0004 for bathroom
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Rose Brocade for exterior
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What are Sherwin Williams Rose Brocade undertones?
The undertone of Rose Brocade 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#996C6E
RGB code:
153, 108, 110
Is Sherwin Williams Rose Brocade SW 0004 cool or warm?
With a hue of 357° thisdark pinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 0004 Rose Brocade HSL code: 357, 18%, 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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- 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.
- 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 Rose Brocade
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 pink shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Rose Brocade:
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 0004
Rose Brocade
Darker shades
SW 0004
Rose Brocade
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 Rose Brocade with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 177, such as Sherwin Williams Mountain Air and Niebla Azul.
LRV of Rose Brocade
Rose Brocade has an LRV of 18.57% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 18.57%, 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 | #996c6e | |
| RGB Decimal | 153, 108, 110 | |
| RGB Percent | 60.00%, 42.35%, 43.14% | |
| HSV | Hue: 357° Saturation: 29.41% Value: 60.0% | |
| HSL | hsl(357, 18, 51) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 29.41 Yellow: 28.1 Key: 40.0 | |
| YIQ | Y: 121.683 I: 26.173 Q: 10.142 | |
| XYZ | X: 21.314 Y: 18.624 Z: 17.22 | |
| CIE Lab | L:50.245 a:18.233 b:6.059 | |
| CIE Luv | L:50.245 u:28.826 v:4.831 | |
| Decimal | 10054766 | |
| Hunter Lab | 43.156, 12.635, 6.552 |
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