Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut SW 9079
Official color page: | Velvety Chestnut SW 9079 |
Color code: | SW 9079 |
Color name: | Velvety Chestnut |
Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut?
Sherwin Williams SW 9079 Velvety Chestnut is a rich and luxurious hue that adds warmth and sophistication to any space. This deep brown with hints of red pairs beautifully with neutrals like SW 7006 Extra White and SW 7036 Accessible Beige for a timeless and elegant look. For a more dramatic contrast, consider combining Velvety Chestnut with SW 6258 Tricorn Black or SW 7069 Iron Ore. Whether used as an accent wall or as a main color, Velvety Chestnut creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, or dining areas. Embrace the warmth of this stunning color and transform your space into a stylish retreat.
Velvety Chestnut for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone used in real living rooms. Explore how this Pink color shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 9079 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
What are Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut undertones?
Red is Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
HEX value
HEX value:
#A2877D
RGB code:
162, 135, 125
Is Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut SW 9079 cool or warm?
With a hue of 16° this Pink refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 9079 Velvety Chestnut HSL code: 16, 17%, 56%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm Pink will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
- Warm Pink undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
- Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Sherwin Williams SW 9079 Velvety Chestnut
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Velvety Chestnut SW 9079 vs Sandy Ridge SW 7535
Choosing the best shade for your space? We've compared the two colors to help you make an informed decision for your project.