Sherwin Williams Sugared Almond SW 9537
| Code: | SW 9537 |
| Name: | Sugared Almond |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Emerald Designer Edition - Form + Function |
What color is Sherwin Williams Sugared Almond?
Immerse yourself in the warmth and elegance of Sherwin Williams SW 9537, Sugared Almond. This soft and inviting shade brings a touch of sophistication to any space, making it perfect for creating a cozy retreat in bedrooms and living rooms alike. The versatility of SW 9537 lends itself beautifully to both traditional and modern interior styles, adding a timeless charm to your home decor. Whether used as a main color or for accent pieces, Sugared Almond exudes a sense of tranquility and refinement that will elevate your surroundings to new heights. Embrace the beauty and serenity of Sherwin Williams SW 9537, Sugared Almond, and transform your space into a sanctuary of style and comfort.
Sugared Almond for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Sugared Almond 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
Sherwin Williams SW 9537 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.
Sherwin Williams SW 9537 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Sherwin Williams Sugared Almond reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this 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 Sugared Almond undertones?
The undertone of Sugared Almond 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#B49D7B
RGB code:
180, 157, 123
Is Sherwin Williams Sugared Almond SW 9537 cool or warm?
With a hue of 36° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 9537 Sugared Almond HSL code: 36, 28%, 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.
- 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 Sugared Almond
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 Sugared Almond:
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 9537
Sugared Almond
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 Sugared Almond with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 216, such as Sherwin Williams Tarragon and Rain Cloud.
LRV of Sugared Almond
Sugared Almond has an LRV of 35.28% 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 35.28%, 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 | #b49d7b | |
| RGB Decimal | 180, 157, 123 | |
| RGB Percent | 70.59%, 61.57%, 48.24% | |
| HSV | Hue: 36° Saturation: 31.67% Value: 70.59% | |
| HSL | hsl(36, 28, 59) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 12.78 Yellow: 31.67 Key: 29.41 | |
| YIQ | Y: 160.001 I: 24.631 Q: -5.715 | |
| XYZ | X: 34.455 Y: 35.249 Z: 23.722 | |
| CIE Lab | L:65.942 a:3.314 b:20.934 | |
| CIE Luv | L:65.942 u:16.648 v:27.227 | |
| Decimal | 11836795 | |
| Hunter Lab | 59.371, -0.309, 17.869 |
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