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Sherwin Williams Arugula SW6446

Arugula

Sherwin Williams

SW6446

About Arugula by Sherwin Williams

Arugula SW6446 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 10% and hue near 110° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 9.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #42603c

RGB: 66, 96, 60

Hue110°

Saturation23%

Lightness31%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Arugula SW6446 a warm or cool color?
Arugula by Sherwin Williams is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Arugula?
Arugula sits in the green family. Its hue is about 110°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Arugula?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 23%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 31%. Hue is close to 110°. The hex value is #42603c. The RGB value is 66, 96, 60.
Is Arugula better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Arugula has brightness around 10%. 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 Arugula?
You can match Arugula 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 Arugula work best in a home?
Arugula 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 Arugula compare to a pure white paint?
Arugula is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Arugula 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 Arugula 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 Arugula. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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