Sherwin Williams Shiitake SW 9173

Official page:Shiitake SW 9173
Code:SW 9173
Name:Shiitake
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Living Well - Unplug, Rejuvenation - Spring/Summer 2022, Naturalist, 2019 Naturalist, West Elm, Warm Neutrals

What color is Sherwin Williams Shiitake?

Sherwin Williams SW 9173 Shiitake is a warm and versatile gray-brown color that adds depth and sophistication to any space. This earthy tone pairs beautifully with a variety of colors, such as SW 7004 Snowbound for a crisp and clean contrast, or SW 6183 Conservative Gray for a harmonious and calming combination. For a more modern look, consider pairing Shiitake with SW 7072 Online, a deep charcoal gray, to create a striking and contemporary aesthetic. Whether used as a wall color or accent hue, Shiitake adds a touch of elegance and warmth to any room.

Shiitake for living room

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space

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Sherwin Williams SW 9173 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.

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Sherwin Williams SW 9173 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Sherwin Williams Shiitake reviews

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What are Sherwin Williams Shiitake undertones?

The undertone of Shiitake 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

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RGB code:

200, 188, 171

Is Sherwin Williams Shiitake SW 9173 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 35° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9173 Shiitake HSL code: 35, 21%, 73%

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.
  • 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 Shiitake

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Shiitake:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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 Shiitake with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 215, such as Sherwin Williams Tarragon and Rain Cloud.

LRV of Shiitake

Shiitake has an LRV of 51.21% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident 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 51.21%, 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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RGB Decimal200, 188, 171Copy color code
RGB Percent78.43%, 73.73%, 67.06%Copy color code
HSVHue: 35° Saturation: 14.5% Value: 78.43%Copy color code
HSLhsl(35, 21, 73)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.0 Yellow: 14.5 Key: 21.57Copy color code
YIQY: 189.65 I: 12.614 Q: -2.752Copy color code
XYZX: 49.152 Y: 51.187 Z: 45.808Copy color code
CIE LabL:76.792 a:1.367 b:10.125Copy color code
CIE LuvL:76.792 u:8.153 v:14.343Copy color code
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Hunter Lab71.545, -2.572, 12.12Copy color code
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