Sherwin Williams Straightforward Green SW 6935
| Official page: | Straightforward Green SW 6935 |
| Code: | SW 6935 |
| Name: | Straightforward Green |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Straightforward Green?
Sherwin Williams SW 6935 Straightforward Green adds a refreshing touch to any space with its vibrant hue. This bold green pairs well with neutrals like SW 7023 Billowy Breeze and SW 7015 Repose Gray for a modern and sleek look. For a more dramatic contrast, consider pairing Straightforward Green with SW 6258 Tricorn Black or SW 6690 Gambol Gold. The versatility of this color allows you to create a variety of color schemes, from serene and earthy to bold and daring. Embrace the energy of Straightforward Green in your home and infuse your space with a sense of vibrancy and style.
Straightforward Green for bedroom
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Straightforward Green for living room
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Sherwin Williams SW 6935 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6935 on kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Straightforward Green reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Straightforward Green undertones?
The undertone of Straightforward Green can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#52A550
RGB code:
82, 165, 80
Is Sherwin Williams Straightforward Green SW 6935 cool or warm?
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With a hue of 119° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6935 Straightforward Green HSL code: 119, 35%, 48%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Straightforward Green
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Straightforward Green:
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 6935
Straightforward Green
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 Straightforward Green with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 299, such as Sherwin Williams Obi Lilac and Enchant.
LRV of Straightforward Green
Straightforward Green has an LRV of 29.13% 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 29.13%, 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 | #52a550 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 82, 165, 80 | |
| RGB Percent | 32.16%, 64.71%, 31.37% | |
| HSV | Hue: 119° Saturation: 51.52% Value: 64.71% | |
| HSL | hsl(119, 35, 48) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 50.3 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 51.52 Key: 35.29 | |
| YIQ | Y: 130.493 I: -22.146 Q: -44.01 | |
| XYZ | X: 18.382 Y: 29.282 Z: 12.271 | |
| CIE Lab | L:61.03 a:-42.877 b:36.205 | |
| CIE Luv | L:61.03 u:-38.977 v:51.32 | |
| Decimal | 5416272 | |
| Hunter Lab | 54.113, -34.062, 24.435 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 6935 Straightforward Green
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