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Sherwin Williams Hammered Silver SW2840

Hammered Silver

Sherwin Williams

SW2840

About Hammered Silver by Sherwin Williams

Hammered Silver SW2840 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 26% and hue near 28° 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: 26.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #978a7f

RGB: 151, 138, 127

Hue28°

Saturation10%

Lightness55%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Hammered Silver SW2840 a warm or cool color?
Hammered Silver 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 Hammered Silver?
Hammered Silver sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 28°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hammered Silver?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 28°. The hex value is #978a7f. The RGB value is 151, 138, 127.
Is Hammered Silver better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hammered Silver has brightness around 26%. 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 Hammered Silver?
You can match Hammered Silver 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 Hammered Silver work best in a home?
Hammered Silver 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 Hammered Silver compare to a pure white paint?
Hammered Silver 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 Hammered Silver 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 Hammered Silver 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 Hammered Silver. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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