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Sherwin Williams Derbyshire SW6741

Derbyshire

Sherwin Williams

SW6741

About Derbyshire by Sherwin Williams

Derbyshire SW6741 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 9% and hue near 139° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 8.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #245e36

RGB: 36, 94, 54

Hue139°

Saturation45%

Lightness26%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Derbyshire SW6741 a warm or cool color?
Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire?
Derbyshire sits in the green family. Its hue is about 139°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Derbyshire?
Brightness is about 9%. Saturation is around 45%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 26%. Hue is close to 139°. The hex value is #245e36. The RGB value is 36, 94, 54.
Is Derbyshire better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire?
You can match Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire work best in a home?
Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire compare to a pure white paint?
Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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