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Sherwin Williams Artisan Tan SW7540

Artisan Tan

Sherwin Williams

SW7540

About Artisan Tan by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 33.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b09879

RGB: 176, 152, 121

Hue34°

Saturation26%

Lightness58%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Artisan Tan SW7540 a warm or cool color?
Artisan Tan 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 Artisan Tan?
Artisan Tan sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 34°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Artisan Tan?
Brightness is about 33%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 58%. Hue is close to 34°. The hex value is #b09879. The RGB value is 176, 152, 121.
Is Artisan Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Artisan Tan has brightness around 33%. 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 Artisan Tan?
You can match Artisan Tan 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 Artisan Tan work best in a home?
Artisan Tan 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 Artisan Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Artisan Tan 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 Artisan Tan in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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