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Sherwin Williams Gambol Gold SW6690

Gambol Gold

Sherwin Williams

SW6690

About Gambol Gold by Sherwin Williams

Gambol Gold SW6690 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 48% and hue near 41° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 47.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e1b047

RGB: 225, 176, 71

Hue41°

Saturation72%

Lightness58%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Gambol Gold SW6690 a warm or cool color?
Gambol Gold 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 Gambol Gold?
Gambol Gold sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 41°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gambol Gold?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 72%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 58%. Hue is close to 41°. The hex value is #e1b047. The RGB value is 225, 176, 71.
Is Gambol Gold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gambol Gold has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Gambol Gold?
You can match Gambol Gold 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 Gambol Gold work best in a home?
Gambol Gold 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 Gambol Gold compare to a pure white paint?
Gambol Gold 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 Gambol Gold 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 Gambol Gold 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 Gambol Gold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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