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Sherwin Williams Andiron SW6174

Andiron

Sherwin Williams

SW6174

About Andiron by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 5.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #424036

RGB: 66, 64, 54

Hue50°

Saturation10%

Lightness24%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Andiron from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Andiron

Sherwin Williams

SW6174

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Andiron looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Andiron SW6174 a warm or cool color?
Andiron by Sherwin Williams is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Andiron?
Andiron sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 50°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Andiron?
Brightness is about 5%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 24%. Hue is close to 50°. The hex value is #424036. The RGB value is 66, 64, 54.
Is Andiron better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Andiron has brightness around 5%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Andiron?
You can match Andiron with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Andiron work best in a home?
Andiron works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Andiron compare to a pure white paint?
Andiron is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Andiron in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Andiron

Sherwin Williams

SW6174

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Andiron in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Andiron

Sherwin Williams

SW6174

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Andiron. They add contrast without clashing.

Andiron

Sherwin Williams

SW6174

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Andiron. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

River Rock

Benjamin Moore

2139-10

Artichoke

Benjamin Moore

2141-10

Dakota Woods Green

Benjamin Moore

2139-20

Aegean Olive

Benjamin Moore

1491