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Sherwin Williams Beige SW2859

Beige

Sherwin Williams

SW2859

About Beige by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 60.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dfc8b5

RGB: 223, 200, 181

Hue27°

Saturation40%

Lightness79%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Beige

Sherwin Williams

SW2859

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Beige SW2859 a warm or cool color?
Beige 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 Beige?
Beige sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 27°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Beige?
Brightness is about 60%. Saturation is around 40%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 27°. The hex value is #dfc8b5. The RGB value is 223, 200, 181.
Is Beige better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Beige has brightness around 60%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Beige?
You can match Beige 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 Beige work best in a home?
Beige 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 Beige compare to a pure white paint?
Beige 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 Beige in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Beige

Sherwin Williams

SW2859

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Beige

Sherwin Williams

SW2859

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Beige

Sherwin Williams

SW2859

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Boudoir

Benjamin Moore

AF-190

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COCOA CREAM

Glidden

PPG1079-3

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CHAMPAGNE WISHES

Glidden

PPG1071-3

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Basking Ridge Beige

Benjamin Moore

1158

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