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Sherwin Williams Downing Earth SW2820

Downing Earth

Sherwin Williams

SW2820

About Downing Earth by Sherwin Williams

Downing Earth SW2820 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 20% and hue near 36° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 20.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #887b67

RGB: 136, 123, 103

Hue36°

Saturation14%

Lightness47%

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

Is Downing Earth SW2820 a warm or cool color?
Downing Earth by Sherwin Williams is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Downing Earth?
Downing Earth sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 36°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Downing Earth?
Brightness is about 20%. Saturation is around 14%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 47%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #887b67. The RGB value is 136, 123, 103.
Is Downing Earth better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Downing Earth has brightness around 20%. 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 Downing Earth?
You can match Downing Earth 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 Downing Earth work best in a home?
Downing Earth 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 Downing Earth compare to a pure white paint?
Downing Earth is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Downing Earth 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 Downing Earth 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 Downing Earth. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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