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Sherwin Williams Moderate White SW6140

Moderate White

Sherwin Williams

SW6140

About Moderate White by Sherwin Williams

Moderate White SW6140 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 74% and hue near 35° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 74.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e9decf

RGB: 233, 222, 207

Hue35°

Saturation37%

Lightness86%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Moderate White from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Moderate White

Sherwin Williams

SW6140

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Moderate White looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Moderate White SW6140 a warm or cool color?
Moderate White by Sherwin Williams is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Moderate White?
Moderate White sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Moderate White?
Brightness is about 74%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 86%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #e9decf. The RGB value is 233, 222, 207.
Is Moderate White better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Moderate White has brightness around 74%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Moderate White?
You can match Moderate White 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 Moderate White work best in a home?
Moderate White is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Moderate White compare to a pure white paint?
Moderate White is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Moderate White in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Moderate White

Sherwin Williams

SW6140

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Moderate White in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Moderate White

Sherwin Williams

SW6140

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Moderate White. They add contrast without clashing.

Moderate White

Sherwin Williams

SW6140

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