Sherwin Williams Sticks & Stones SW 7503
| Code: | SW 7503 |
| Name: | Sticks & Stones |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Timeless Color Wall, 2015 Chrysalis |
What color is Sherwin Williams Sticks & Stones?
Sherwin Williams SW 7503 exudes a warm and earthy vibe, reminiscent of natural elements. It beautifully pairs with soft neutrals like beige and ivory to create a harmonious and serene atmosphere. Incorporating accents in SW 7503 with deeper tones such as charcoal or rich forest green can add depth and sophistication to the space. For a more modern look, consider contrasting the color with crisp whites or bold pops of blue to create a striking visual impact. SW 7503 Sticks & Stones is versatile and can be used in various design styles, from traditional to contemporary, making it a timeless choice for any interior.
Sticks & Stones 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 beige hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
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What are Sherwin Williams Sticks & Stones undertones?
Sticks & Stones 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:
#A49689
RGB code:
164, 150, 137
Is Sherwin Williams Sticks & Stones SW 7503 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 29°, this Beige reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
SW 7503 Sticks & Stones HSL code: 29, 13%, 59%
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 Sticks & Stones
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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Sticks & Stones:
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 7503
Sticks & Stones
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 Sticks & Stones with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 209, such as Sherwin Williams Mount Etna and Debonair.
LRV of Sticks & Stones
Sticks & Stones has an LRV of 31.47% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 31.47%, 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 | #a49689 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 164, 150, 137 | |
| RGB Percent | 64.31%, 58.82%, 53.73% | |
| HSV | Hue: 29° Saturation: 16.46% Value: 64.31% | |
| HSL | hsl(29, 13, 59) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.54 Yellow: 16.46 Key: 35.69 | |
| YIQ | Y: 152.704 I: 12.52 Q: -1.084 | |
| XYZ | X: 30.731 Y: 31.512 Z: 28.124 | |
| CIE Lab | L:62.937 a:2.928 b:8.729 | |
| CIE Luv | L:62.937 u:9.239 v:11.593 | |
| Decimal | 10786441 | |
| Hunter Lab | 56.136, -0.519, 9.591 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 7503 Sticks & Stones
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Color equivalents
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