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Sherwin Williams Basque Green SW6426

Basque Green

Sherwin Williams

SW6426

About Basque Green by Sherwin Williams

Basque Green SW6426 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 11% and hue near 61° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 11%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #5f6033

RGB: 95, 96, 51

Hue61°

Saturation31%

Lightness29%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Basque Green SW6426 a warm or cool color?
Basque Green 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 Basque Green?
Basque Green sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 61°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Basque Green?
Brightness is about 11%. Saturation is around 31%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 29%. Hue is close to 61°. The hex value is #5f6033. The RGB value is 95, 96, 51.
Is Basque Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Basque Green has brightness around 11%. 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 Basque Green?
You can match Basque Green 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 Basque Green work best in a home?
Basque Green 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 Basque Green compare to a pure white paint?
Basque Green 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 Basque Green 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 Basque Green 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 Basque Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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