Sherwin Williams Tarragon SW 9660
| Official page: | Tarragon SW 9660 |
| Code: | SW 9660 |
| Name: | Tarragon |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Emerald Designer Edition - Rustic + Refined |
What color is Sherwin Williams Tarragon?
Sherwin Williams Tarragon (SW 9660) is a rich and earthy tone that brings warmth and depth to any room. This lush green hue pairs beautifully with crisp white trim for a fresh, clean look, while also complementing deep navy blues and rusty oranges for a modern and sophisticated palette. Incorporate natural wood accents and metallic finishes to enhance the luxurious feel of Tarragon, creating a space that exudes both elegance and harmony. Whether used as a statement wall color or as an accent in furnishings and decor, SW 9660 adds a touch of opulence and charm to any interior design scheme.
Tarragon for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams Tarragon reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Tarragon undertones?
The undertone of Tarragon can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#424E53
RGB code:
66, 78, 83
Is Sherwin Williams Tarragon SW 9660 cool or warm?
With a hue of 198° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 9660 Tarragon HSL code: 198, 11%, 29%
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 blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 Tarragon
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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Tarragon:
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 9660
Tarragon
Darker shades
SW 9660
Tarragon
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 Tarragon with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 18, such as Sherwin Williams Mauve Tinge and Studio Mauve.
LRV of Tarragon
Tarragon has an LRV of 7.29% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 7.29%, 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 | #424e53 | |
| RGB Decimal | 66, 78, 83 | |
| RGB Percent | 25.88%, 30.59%, 32.55% | |
| HSV | Hue: 198° Saturation: 20.48% Value: 32.55% | |
| HSL | hsl(198, 11, 29) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 20.48 Magenta: 6.02 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 67.45 | |
| YIQ | Y: 74.982 I: -8.758 Q: -0.982 | |
| XYZ | X: 6.532 Y: 7.231 Z: 9.233 | |
| CIE Lab | L:32.328 a:-3.506 b:-4.542 | |
| CIE Luv | L:32.328 u:-6.197 v:-5.153 | |
| Decimal | 4345427 | |
| Hunter Lab | 26.891, -3.701, -1.533 |
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