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Sherwin Williams Hot Cocoa SW6047

Hot Cocoa

Sherwin Williams

SW6047

About Hot Cocoa by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 14%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #806257

RGB: 128, 98, 87

Hue16°

Saturation19%

Lightness42%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Hot Cocoa SW6047 a warm or cool color?
Hot Cocoa 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 Hot Cocoa?
Hot Cocoa sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 16°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hot Cocoa?
Brightness is about 14%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 42%. Hue is close to 16°. The hex value is #806257. The RGB value is 128, 98, 87.
Is Hot Cocoa better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hot Cocoa has brightness around 14%. 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 Hot Cocoa?
You can match Hot Cocoa 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 Hot Cocoa work best in a home?
Hot Cocoa 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 Hot Cocoa compare to a pure white paint?
Hot Cocoa 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 Hot Cocoa 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 Hot Cocoa 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 Hot Cocoa. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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