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Sherwin Williams Hinoki SW7686

Hinoki

Sherwin Williams

SW7686

About Hinoki by Sherwin Williams

Hinoki SW7686 by Sherwin Williams is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 75% and hue near 35° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 75.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f8ddb7

RGB: 248, 221, 183

Hue35°

Saturation82%

Lightness85%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Hinoki SW7686 a warm or cool color?
Hinoki by Sherwin Williams is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Hinoki?
Hinoki sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hinoki?
Brightness is about 75%. Saturation is around 82%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 85%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #f8ddb7. The RGB value is 248, 221, 183.
Is Hinoki better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hinoki has brightness around 75%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Hinoki?
You can match Hinoki 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 Hinoki work best in a home?
Hinoki is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Hinoki compare to a pure white paint?
Hinoki is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Hinoki 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 Hinoki 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 Hinoki. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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