What is the HEX code for Sherwin Williams Shell White?

The hexadecimal color code for Sherwin Williams Shell White undertone is #f0ebe0 .

What is the RGB code of Sherwin Williams Shell White?

RGB code is 240, 235, 224 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Sherwin Williams Shell White SW 8917

Q: Is Sherwin Williams Shell White SW 8917 cool or warm?

Sherwin Williams SW 8917 Shell White is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Sherwin Williams Shell White undertones?

Red is Sherwin Williams Shell White undertone color.

Code:	SW 8917
Name:	Shell White
Brand:	Sherwin Williams
Collections:	Living Well, Finest Whites, Timeless White, 2018 Sincerity

What color is Sherwin Williams Shell White?

Shell White (SW 8917) from Sherwin Williams is a timeless and elegant off-white hue that adds a touch of warmth to any space. This versatile color pairs beautifully with soft pastels like blush pink and light blue, creating a serene and calming atmosphere. For a more contemporary look, combine Shell White with deep navy or charcoal gray accents to achieve a modern yet sophisticated feel. Whether used on walls, trim, or furniture, Shell White is a classic choice that complements a wide range of color palettes, making it a popular option for interior design projects.

Sherwin Williams Shell White reviews

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What are Sherwin Williams Shell White undertones?

Shell White has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#F0EBE0

RGB code:

240, 235, 224

Is Sherwin Williams Shell White SW 8917 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 41°, this Grey reads warm on the HSL color wheel.

SW 8917 Shell White HSL code: 41, 35%, 91%

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.

How light temperature affects Shell White

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Shell White:

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 8917
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Darker shades

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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 Shell White with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 221, such as Sherwin Williams Sea Mariner and Starry Night.

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LRV of Shell White

Shell White has an LRV of 83.25% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all light. Why 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 83.25%, 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	#f0ebe0
RGB Decimal	240, 235, 224
RGB Percent	94.12%, 92.16%, 87.84%
HSV	Hue: 41° Saturation: 6.67% Value: 94.12%
HSL	hsl(41, 35, 91)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.08 Yellow: 6.67 Key: 5.88
YIQ	Y: 235.241 I: 6.514 Q: -2.366
XYZ	X: 79.095 Y: 83.324 Z: 82.417
CIE Lab	L:93.156 a:-0.202 b:5.93
CIE Luv	L:93.156 u:3.491 v:9.006
Decimal	15789024
Hunter Lab	91.282, -5.075, 10.365