Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut SW 9079

Official page:Velvety Chestnut SW 9079
Code:SW 9079
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

Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut Living Room
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Velvety Chestnut Living Room
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Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut Living Room
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Sw 9079 Living Room
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Velvety Chestnut Living Room
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Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut Living Room
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Velvety Chestnut Living Room
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Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Pink shade can create a unique space

Sherwin Williams SW 9079 on kitchen cabinets

Velvety Chestnut Kitchen Cabinets
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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?

The undertone of Velvety Chestnut 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#A2877D

RGB code:

162, 135, 125

Is Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut SW 9079 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

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 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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.

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

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 decor, it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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.

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