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Sherwin Williams Eclipse SW6166

Eclipse

Sherwin Williams

SW6166

About Eclipse by Sherwin Williams

Eclipse SW6166 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 14% and hue near 48° 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: 13.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #6b6757

RGB: 107, 103, 87

Hue48°

Saturation10%

Lightness38%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Eclipse SW6166 a warm or cool color?
Eclipse 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 Eclipse?
Eclipse sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 48°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Eclipse?
Brightness is about 14%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 38%. Hue is close to 48°. The hex value is #6b6757. The RGB value is 107, 103, 87.
Is Eclipse better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Eclipse has brightness around 14%. 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 Eclipse?
You can match Eclipse 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 Eclipse work best in a home?
Eclipse 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 Eclipse compare to a pure white paint?
Eclipse 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 Eclipse 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 Eclipse 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 Eclipse. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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