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Sherwin Williams Caen Stone SW0028

Caen Stone

Sherwin Williams

SW0028

About Caen Stone by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 66.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ecd0b1

RGB: 236, 208, 177

Hue32°

Saturation61%

Lightness81%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Caen Stone SW0028 a warm or cool color?
Caen Stone 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 Caen Stone?
Caen Stone sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 32°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Caen Stone?
Brightness is about 66%. Saturation is around 61%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #ecd0b1. The RGB value is 236, 208, 177.
Is Caen Stone better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Caen Stone has brightness around 66%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Caen Stone?
You can match Caen Stone 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 Caen Stone work best in a home?
Caen Stone 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 Caen Stone compare to a pure white paint?
Caen Stone 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 Caen Stone 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 Caen Stone 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 Caen Stone. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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