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Sherwin Williams Courtyard SW6440

Courtyard

Sherwin Williams

SW6440

About Courtyard by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 8.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #475842

RGB: 71, 88, 66

Hue106°

Saturation14%

Lightness30%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Courtyard SW6440 a warm or cool color?
Courtyard by Sherwin Williams is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Courtyard?
Courtyard sits in the green family. Its hue is about 106°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Courtyard?
Brightness is about 9%. Saturation is around 14%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 30%. Hue is close to 106°. The hex value is #475842. The RGB value is 71, 88, 66.
Is Courtyard better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Courtyard has brightness around 9%. 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 Courtyard?
You can match Courtyard 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 Courtyard work best in a home?
Courtyard 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 Courtyard compare to a pure white paint?
Courtyard is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Courtyard 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 Courtyard 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 Courtyard. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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