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Sherwin Williams Artistic Taupe SW6030

Artistic Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW6030

About Artistic Taupe by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 46%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c3b1ac

RGB: 195, 177, 172

Hue13°

Saturation16%

Lightness72%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Artistic Taupe 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 Artistic Taupe looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Artistic Taupe SW6030 a warm or cool color?
Artistic Taupe by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Artistic Taupe?
Artistic Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 13°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Artistic Taupe?
Brightness is about 46%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 72%. Hue is close to 13°. The hex value is #c3b1ac. The RGB value is 195, 177, 172.
Is Artistic Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Artistic Taupe has brightness around 46%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Artistic Taupe?
You can match Artistic Taupe 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 Artistic Taupe work best in a home?
Artistic Taupe 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 Artistic Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Artistic Taupe is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Artistic Taupe 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 Artistic Taupe 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 Artistic Taupe. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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