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Sherwin Williams Favorite Tan SW6157

Favorite Tan

Sherwin Williams

SW6157

About Favorite Tan by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 43.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c1ae91

RGB: 193, 174, 145

Hue36°

Saturation28%

Lightness66%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Favorite Tan SW6157 a warm or cool color?
Favorite Tan by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Favorite Tan?
Favorite Tan 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 Favorite Tan?
Brightness is about 44%. Saturation is around 28%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 66%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #c1ae91. The RGB value is 193, 174, 145.
Is Favorite Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Favorite Tan has brightness around 44%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Favorite Tan?
You can match Favorite Tan 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 Favorite Tan work best in a home?
Favorite Tan 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 Favorite Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Favorite Tan is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Favorite Tan 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 Favorite Tan 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 Favorite Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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