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Sherwin Williams Crewel Tan SW0011

Crewel Tan

Sherwin Williams

SW0011

About Crewel Tan by Sherwin Williams

Crewel Tan SW0011 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 50% and hue near 38° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 49.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cbb99b

RGB: 203, 185, 155

Hue38°

Saturation32%

Lightness70%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Crewel Tan SW0011 a warm or cool color?
Crewel 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 Crewel Tan?
Crewel Tan sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 38°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Crewel Tan?
Brightness is about 50%. Saturation is around 32%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 38°. The hex value is #cbb99b. The RGB value is 203, 185, 155.
Is Crewel Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Crewel Tan has brightness around 50%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Crewel Tan?
You can match Crewel 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 Crewel Tan work best in a home?
Crewel 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 Crewel Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Crewel 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 Crewel 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 Crewel 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 Crewel Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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