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Sherwin Williams Great Green SW6430

Great Green

Sherwin Williams

SW6430

About Great Green by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 43%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #abb486

RGB: 171, 180, 134

Hue72°

Saturation24%

Lightness62%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Great Green SW6430 a warm or cool color?
Great Green 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 Great Green?
Great Green sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 72°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Great Green?
Brightness is about 43%. Saturation is around 24%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 72°. The hex value is #abb486. The RGB value is 171, 180, 134.
Is Great Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Great Green has brightness around 43%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Great Green?
You can match Great Green 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 Great Green work best in a home?
Great Green 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 Great Green compare to a pure white paint?
Great Green 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 Great Green 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 Great Green 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 Great Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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