Sherwin Williams Roycroft Adobe SW 0040

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Official page:Roycroft Adobe SW 0040
Code:SW 0040
Name:Roycroft Adobe
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Historic Interior Color Wall, Arts & Crafts (1880s-1910s), Rustic Sun, Organic

What color is Sherwin Williams Roycroft Adobe?

Sherwin Williams' Roycroft Adobe (SW 0040) embodies warmth and sophistication, making it an excellent choice for creating a cozy atmosphere in any space. This rich terracotta hue complements earthy tones like olive green, deep browns, and muted yellows, adding depth and character to the room. Pairing Roycroft Adobe with accents in shades of creamy whites or soft greys can create a harmonious balance and enhance its inviting appeal. Whether used on walls, furniture, or decor elements, this versatile color adds a timeless elegance that can effortlessly tie together any interior design scheme.

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LRV of Roycroft Adobe

Roycroft Adobe has an LRV of 17.42% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 17.42%, 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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FormatCode
HEX#a76251
RGB Decimal167, 98, 81
RGB Percent65.49%, 38.43%, 31.76%
HSVHue: 12° Saturation: 51.5% Value: 65.49%
HSLhsl(12, 35, 49)
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 41.32 Yellow: 51.5 Key: 34.51
YIQY: 116.693 I: 46.58 Q: 9.306
XYZX: 21.79 Y: 17.547 Z: 10.022
CIE LabL:48.942 a:26.095 b:21.668
CIE LuvL:48.942 u:50.143 v:20.939
Decimal10969681
Hunter Lab41.889, 19.549, 15.138

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