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Sherwin Williams Dried Thyme SW6186

Dried Thyme

Sherwin Williams

SW6186

About Dried Thyme by Sherwin Williams

Dried Thyme SW6186 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 21% and hue near 79° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 20.8%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #7b8070

RGB: 123, 128, 112

Hue79°

Saturation7%

Lightness47%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Dried Thyme SW6186 a warm or cool color?
Dried Thyme by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Dried Thyme?
Dried Thyme sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 79°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dried Thyme?
Brightness is about 21%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 47%. Hue is close to 79°. The hex value is #7b8070. The RGB value is 123, 128, 112.
Is Dried Thyme better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dried Thyme has brightness around 21%. 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 Dried Thyme?
You can match Dried Thyme 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 Dried Thyme work best in a home?
Dried Thyme 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 Dried Thyme compare to a pure white paint?
Dried Thyme is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Dried Thyme 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 Dried Thyme 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 Dried Thyme. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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