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Sherwin Williams Nankeen SW6397

Nankeen

Sherwin Williams

SW6397

About Nankeen by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 24.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #aa803a

RGB: 170, 128, 58

Hue38°

Saturation49%

Lightness45%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Nankeen

Sherwin Williams

SW6397

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Nankeen SW6397 a warm or cool color?
Nankeen 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 Nankeen?
Nankeen sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 38°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Nankeen?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 49%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 45%. Hue is close to 38°. The hex value is #aa803a. The RGB value is 170, 128, 58.
Is Nankeen better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Nankeen has brightness around 24%. 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 Nankeen?
You can match Nankeen 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 Nankeen work best in a home?
Nankeen 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 Nankeen compare to a pure white paint?
Nankeen 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 Nankeen in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Nankeen

Sherwin Williams

SW6397

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Nankeen

Sherwin Williams

SW6397

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Nankeen

Sherwin Williams

SW6397

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Corduroy

Benjamin Moore

2153-20

Caramel Corn

Benjamin Moore

2160-10

Medieval Gold

Benjamin Moore

2152-10

BUTTERSCOTCH RIPPLE

Glidden

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