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Sherwin Williams Hickory Smoke SW7027

Hickory Smoke

Sherwin Williams

SW7027

About Hickory Smoke by Sherwin Williams

Hickory Smoke SW7027 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 7% and hue near 27° 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: 6.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #564537

RGB: 86, 69, 55

Hue27°

Saturation22%

Lightness28%

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

Is Hickory Smoke SW7027 a warm or cool color?
Hickory Smoke 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 Hickory Smoke?
Hickory Smoke sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 27°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hickory Smoke?
Brightness is about 7%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 28%. Hue is close to 27°. The hex value is #564537. The RGB value is 86, 69, 55.
Is Hickory Smoke better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hickory Smoke has brightness around 7%. 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 Hickory Smoke?
You can match Hickory Smoke 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 Hickory Smoke work best in a home?
Hickory Smoke 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 Hickory Smoke compare to a pure white paint?
Hickory Smoke 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 Hickory Smoke 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 Hickory Smoke 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 Hickory Smoke. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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