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Sherwin Williams Carnival SW6892

Carnival

Sherwin Williams

SW6892

About Carnival by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 35.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #eb882c

RGB: 235, 136, 44

Hue29°

Saturation83%

Lightness55%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Carnival from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Carnival

Sherwin Williams

SW6892

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Carnival looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Carnival SW6892 a warm or cool color?
Carnival 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 Carnival?
Carnival sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 29°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Carnival?
Brightness is about 36%. Saturation is around 83%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 29°. The hex value is #eb882c. The RGB value is 235, 136, 44.
Is Carnival better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Carnival has brightness around 36%. 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 Carnival?
You can match Carnival 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 Carnival work best in a home?
Carnival 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 Carnival compare to a pure white paint?
Carnival 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 Carnival in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Carnival

Sherwin Williams

SW6892

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Carnival in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Carnival

Sherwin Williams

SW6892

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Carnival. They add contrast without clashing.

Carnival

Sherwin Williams

SW6892

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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