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Sherwin Williams Celery SW6421

Celery

Sherwin Williams

SW6421

About Celery by Sherwin Williams

Celery SW6421 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 71% and hue near 55° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 71.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e0ddbd

RGB: 224, 221, 189

Hue55°

Saturation36%

Lightness81%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Celery SW6421 a warm or cool color?
Celery by Sherwin Williams is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Celery?
Celery sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 55°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Celery?
Brightness is about 71%. Saturation is around 36%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 55°. The hex value is #e0ddbd. The RGB value is 224, 221, 189.
Is Celery better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Celery has brightness around 71%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Celery?
You can match Celery 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 Celery work best in a home?
Celery is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Celery compare to a pure white paint?
Celery is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Celery 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 Celery 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 Celery. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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