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Sherwin Williams Dyer's Woad SW9071

Dyer's Woad

Sherwin Williams

SW9071

About Dyer's Woad by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 30.1%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #7b99b0

RGB: 123, 153, 176

Hue206°

Saturation25%

Lightness59%

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

Is Dyer's Woad SW9071 a warm or cool color?
Dyer's Woad 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 Dyer's Woad?
Dyer's Woad sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 206°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dyer's Woad?
Brightness is about 30%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 59%. Hue is close to 206°. The hex value is #7b99b0. The RGB value is 123, 153, 176.
Is Dyer's Woad better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dyer's Woad has brightness around 30%. 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 Dyer's Woad?
You can match Dyer's Woad 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 Dyer's Woad work best in a home?
Dyer's Woad 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 Dyer's Woad compare to a pure white paint?
Dyer's Woad 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 Dyer's Woad 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 Dyer's Woad 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 Dyer's Woad. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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