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Sherwin Williams Canvas Tan SW7531

Canvas Tan

Sherwin Williams

SW7531

About Canvas Tan by Sherwin Williams

Canvas Tan SW7531 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 65% and hue near 37° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 64.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dcd1bf

RGB: 220, 209, 191

Hue37°

Saturation29%

Lightness81%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Canvas Tan SW7531 a warm or cool color?
Canvas Tan 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 Canvas Tan?
Canvas Tan 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 Canvas Tan?
Brightness is about 65%. Saturation is around 29%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 37°. The hex value is #dcd1bf. The RGB value is 220, 209, 191.
Is Canvas Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Canvas Tan has brightness around 65%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Canvas Tan?
You can match Canvas Tan 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 Canvas Tan work best in a home?
Canvas Tan 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 Canvas Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Canvas Tan 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 Canvas Tan 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 Canvas Tan 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 Canvas Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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