Sherwin Williams Studio Clay SW 9172
| Official page: | Studio Clay SW 9172 |
| Code: | SW 9172 |
| Name: | Studio Clay |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Studio Clay?
Immerse yourself in the tranquil warmth of Studio Clay, a versatile hue that effortlessly infuses any space with coziness and sophistication. This rich shade, SW 9172, captivates with its earthy undertones, creating a welcoming ambiance ideal for living rooms, dining areas, or home offices. Studio Clay pairs beautifully with natural textures and modern furnishings, adding a touch of understated elegance to your interiors. Whether used as an accent wall or as a full room color, SW 9172 lends a timeless appeal that transitions seamlessly from traditional to contemporary décor styles. Elevate your home with the organic allure of Studio Clay, a color that embodies both comfort and style.
Studio Clay for bedroom
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Studio Clay for living room (7 photos)
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 9172 for bathroom (2 photos)
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Sherwin Williams SW 9172 on kitchen cabinets (4 photos)
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm beige hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
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Sherwin Williams Studio Clay reviews (9 photos)
View the photos of real spaces painted with this beige 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 Studio Clay undertones?
Studio Clay 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:
#958D7F
RGB code:
149, 141, 127
Is Sherwin Williams Studio Clay SW 9172 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 38°, this Beige leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
SW 9172 Studio Clay HSL code: 38, 9%, 54%
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 Studio Clay
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 Studio Clay:
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 9172
Studio Clay
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 Studio Clay with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 218, such as Sherwin Williams Rain Cloud and Sea Mariner.
LRV of Studio Clay
Studio Clay has an LRV of 27.13% 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 27.13%, 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 | #958d7f |  |
| RGB Decimal | 149, 141, 127 | |
| RGB Percent | 58.43%, 55.29%, 49.80% | |
| HSV | Hue: 38° Saturation: 14.77% Value: 58.43% | |
| HSL | hsl(38, 9, 54) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.37 Yellow: 14.77 Key: 41.57 | |
| YIQ | Y: 141.796 I: 9.266 Q: -2.665 | |
| XYZ | X: 25.749 Y: 26.972 Z: 23.923 | |
| CIE Lab | L:58.948 a:0.476 b:8.538 | |
| CIE Luv | L:58.948 u:5.591 v:11.596 | |
| Decimal | 9801087 | |
| Hunter Lab | 51.935, -2.384, 9.044 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 9172 Studio Clay
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