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Sherwin Williams Illusive Green SW9164

Illusive Green

Sherwin Williams

SW9164

About Illusive Green by Sherwin Williams

Illusive Green SW9164 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 29% and hue near 77° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 29.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #92948d

RGB: 146, 148, 141

Hue77°

Saturation3%

Lightness57%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Illusive Green SW9164 a warm or cool color?
Illusive Green by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Illusive Green?
Illusive Green sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 77°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Illusive Green?
Brightness is about 29%. Saturation is around 3%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 57%. Hue is close to 77°. The hex value is #92948d. The RGB value is 146, 148, 141.
Is Illusive Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Illusive Green has brightness around 29%. 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 Illusive Green?
You can match Illusive 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 Illusive Green work best in a home?
Illusive 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 Illusive Green compare to a pure white paint?
Illusive Green is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Illusive 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 Illusive 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 Illusive Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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