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Sherwin Williams Kale Green SW6460

Kale Green

Sherwin Williams

SW6460

About Kale Green by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 12.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #4f6a56

RGB: 79, 106, 86

Hue136°

Saturation15%

Lightness36%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Kale Green SW6460 a warm or cool color?
Kale Green by Sherwin Williams is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Kale Green?
Kale Green sits in the green family. Its hue is about 136°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Kale Green?
Brightness is about 13%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 36%. Hue is close to 136°. The hex value is #4f6a56. The RGB value is 79, 106, 86.
Is Kale Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Kale Green has brightness around 13%. 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 Kale Green?
You can match Kale 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 Kale Green work best in a home?
Kale 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 Kale Green compare to a pure white paint?
Kale Green is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Kale 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 Kale 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 Kale Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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