Sherwin Williams Sashay Sand SW 6051
| Official page: | Sashay Sand SW 6051 |
| Code: | SW 6051 |
| Name: | Sashay Sand |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well, 2018 Sincerity, Luxe |
What color is Sherwin Williams Sashay Sand?
Sherwin Williams Sashay Sand SW 6051 exudes warmth and sophistication, making it ideal for creating a cozy and inviting space. This versatile neutral shade pairs beautifully with soft blues like Sherwin Williams Tidewater SW 6477 and crisp whites such as Sherwin Williams Pure White SW 7005 to create a calming and serene atmosphere. For a more dramatic look, consider pairing Sashay Sand with deep charcoal tones like Sherwin Williams Iron Ore SW 7069 or rich navy hues like Sherwin Williams Naval SW 6244. Whether used as a wall color or in furniture accents, Sashay Sand adds a touch of elegance to any room.
Sashay Sand 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 Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Sashay Sand for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Pink shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 6051 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Mid-tone real bathrooms.
Sashay Sand 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 Sashay Sand reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Sherwin Williams Sashay Sand undertones?
The undertone of Sashay Sand 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CFB4A8
RGB code:
207, 180, 168
Is Sherwin Williams Sashay Sand SW 6051 cool or warm?
With a hue of 18° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6051 Sashay Sand HSL code: 18, 29%, 74%
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 Sashay Sand
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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Sashay Sand:
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 6051
Sashay Sand
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 Sashay Sand with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 198, such as Sherwin Williams Niebla Azul and Silver Lake.
LRV of Sashay Sand
Sashay Sand has an LRV of 48.77% 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 48.77%, 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 | #cfb4a8 | |
| RGB Decimal | 207, 180, 168 | |
| RGB Percent | 81.18%, 70.59%, 65.88% | |
| HSV | Hue: 18° Saturation: 18.84% Value: 81.18% | |
| HSL | hsl(18, 29, 74) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 13.04 Yellow: 18.84 Key: 18.82 | |
| YIQ | Y: 186.705 I: 19.945 Q: 1.977 | |
| XYZ | X: 49.121 Y: 48.736 Z: 43.855 | |
| CIE Lab | L:75.287 a:7.768 b:9.691 | |
| CIE Luv | L:75.287 u:17.289 v:12.486 | |
| Decimal | 13612200 | |
| Hunter Lab | 69.812, 3.426, 11.623 |
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