Sherwin Williams Whole Wheat SW 6121
| Official page: | Whole Wheat SW 6121 |
| Code: | SW 6121 |
| Name: | Whole Wheat |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Rejuvenation - Spring/Summer 2022, Gentle Medley, Warm Neutrals |
What color is Sherwin Williams Whole Wheat?
Sherwin Williams Whole Wheat (SW 6121) exudes warmth and sophistication with its soft golden-brown hue. This versatile color pairs beautifully with a variety of shades, including soft blues like Sherwin Williams Sea Salt (SW 6204) for a calming contrast, or deep greens like Sherwin Williams Jasper (SW 6216) for a rich, earthy feel. Additionally, Whole Wheat complements neutrals such as Sherwin Williams Alabaster (SW 7008) for a timeless and elegant look. Incorporating accents in warm tones like copper or brass can further enhance the cozy ambiance created by Whole Wheat, making it the perfect choice for creating a welcoming and stylish space.
Whole Wheat for bedroom
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Whole Wheat for living room
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Sherwin Williams SW 6121 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6121 on kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Whole Wheat reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Whole Wheat undertones?
The undertone of Whole Wheat 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CDB592
RGB code:
205, 181, 146
Is Sherwin Williams Whole Wheat SW 6121 cool or warm?
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cool
With a hue of 36° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6121 Whole Wheat HSL code: 36, 37%, 69%
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 Whole Wheat
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 Whole Wheat:
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 6121
Whole Wheat
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 Whole Wheat 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 Whole Wheat
Whole Wheat has an LRV of 48.07% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident 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 48.07%, 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 | #cdb592 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 205, 181, 146 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.39%, 70.98%, 57.25% | |
| HSV | Hue: 36° Saturation: 28.78% Value: 80.39% | |
| HSL | hsl(36, 37, 69) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.71 Yellow: 28.78 Key: 19.61 | |
| YIQ | Y: 184.186 I: 25.549 Q: -5.815 | |
| XYZ | X: 46.889 Y: 48.104 Z: 34.001 | |
| CIE Lab | L:74.89 a:3.308 b:21.019 | |
| CIE Luv | L:74.89 u:17.165 v:28.265 | |
| Decimal | 13481362 | |
| Hunter Lab | 69.357, -0.699, 19.484 | |
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