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Sherwin Williams Bonsai Tint SW6436

Bonsai Tint

Sherwin Williams

SW6436

About Bonsai Tint by Sherwin Williams

Bonsai Tint SW6436 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 61% and hue near 83° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 60.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c5d1b2

RGB: 197, 209, 178

Hue83°

Saturation25%

Lightness76%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Bonsai Tint SW6436 a warm or cool color?
Bonsai Tint 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 Bonsai Tint?
Bonsai Tint sits in the green family. Its hue is about 83°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Bonsai Tint?
Brightness is about 61%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 76%. Hue is close to 83°. The hex value is #c5d1b2. The RGB value is 197, 209, 178.
Is Bonsai Tint better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Bonsai Tint has brightness around 61%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Bonsai Tint?
You can match Bonsai Tint 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 Bonsai Tint work best in a home?
Bonsai Tint 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 Bonsai Tint compare to a pure white paint?
Bonsai Tint 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 Bonsai Tint 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 Bonsai Tint 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 Bonsai Tint. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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