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Sherwin Williams Macadamia SW6142

Macadamia

Sherwin Williams

SW6142

About Macadamia by Sherwin Williams

Macadamia SW6142 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 49% and hue near 34° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 49.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ccb79b

RGB: 204, 183, 155

Hue34°

Saturation33%

Lightness70%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Macadamia SW6142 a warm or cool color?
Macadamia by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Macadamia?
Macadamia sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 34°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Macadamia?
Brightness is about 49%. Saturation is around 33%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 34°. The hex value is #ccb79b. The RGB value is 204, 183, 155.
Is Macadamia better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Macadamia has brightness around 49%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Macadamia?
You can match Macadamia 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 Macadamia work best in a home?
Macadamia 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 Macadamia compare to a pure white paint?
Macadamia is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Macadamia 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 Macadamia 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 Macadamia. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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