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Sherwin Williams Mellow Mauve SW0039

Mellow Mauve

Sherwin Williams

SW0039

About Mellow Mauve by Sherwin Williams

Mellow Mauve SW0039 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 35% and hue near 22° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 34.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c4957a

RGB: 196, 149, 122

Hue22°

Saturation39%

Lightness62%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Mellow Mauve SW0039 a warm or cool color?
Mellow Mauve 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 Mellow Mauve?
Mellow Mauve sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 22°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mellow Mauve?
Brightness is about 35%. Saturation is around 39%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 22°. The hex value is #c4957a. The RGB value is 196, 149, 122.
Is Mellow Mauve better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mellow Mauve has brightness around 35%. 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 Mellow Mauve?
You can match Mellow Mauve 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 Mellow Mauve work best in a home?
Mellow Mauve 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 Mellow Mauve compare to a pure white paint?
Mellow Mauve 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 Mellow Mauve 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 Mellow Mauve 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 Mellow Mauve. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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