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Sherwin Williams Best Bronze SW6160

Best Bronze

Sherwin Williams

SW6160

About Best Bronze by Sherwin Williams

Best Bronze SW6160 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 9% and hue near 37° 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: 8.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #5d513e

RGB: 93, 81, 62

Hue37°

Saturation20%

Lightness30%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Best Bronze SW6160 a warm or cool color?
Best Bronze 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 Best Bronze?
Best Bronze sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 37°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Best Bronze?
Brightness is about 9%. Saturation is around 20%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 30%. Hue is close to 37°. The hex value is #5d513e. The RGB value is 93, 81, 62.
Is Best Bronze better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Best Bronze has brightness around 9%. 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 Best Bronze?
You can match Best Bronze 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 Best Bronze work best in a home?
Best Bronze 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 Best Bronze compare to a pure white paint?
Best Bronze 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 Best Bronze 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 Best Bronze 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 Best Bronze. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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