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Sherwin Williams Browse Brown SW6012

Browse Brown

Sherwin Williams

SW6012

About Browse Brown by Sherwin Williams

Browse Brown SW6012 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 13% and hue near 8° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 12.7%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #6e615f

RGB: 110, 97, 95

Hue

Saturation7%

Lightness40%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Browse Brown SW6012 a warm or cool color?
Browse Brown by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Browse Brown?
Browse Brown sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 8°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Browse Brown?
Brightness is about 13%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 40%. Hue is close to 8°. The hex value is #6e615f. The RGB value is 110, 97, 95.
Is Browse Brown better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Browse Brown has brightness around 13%. 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 Browse Brown?
You can match Browse Brown 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 Browse Brown work best in a home?
Browse Brown 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 Browse Brown compare to a pure white paint?
Browse Brown is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Browse Brown 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 Browse Brown 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 Browse Brown. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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