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Sherwin Williams Colony Buff SW7723

Colony Buff

Sherwin Williams

SW7723

About Colony Buff by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 58.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ddc6ab

RGB: 221, 198, 171

Hue32°

Saturation42%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Colony Buff SW7723 a warm or cool color?
Colony Buff 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 Colony Buff?
Colony Buff 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 Colony Buff?
Brightness is about 59%. Saturation is around 42%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #ddc6ab. The RGB value is 221, 198, 171.
Is Colony Buff better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Colony Buff has brightness around 59%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Colony Buff?
You can match Colony Buff 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 Colony Buff work best in a home?
Colony Buff 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 Colony Buff compare to a pure white paint?
Colony Buff 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 Colony Buff 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 Colony Buff 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 Colony Buff. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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