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Sherwin Williams Naturel SW7542

Naturel

Sherwin Williams

SW7542

About Naturel by Sherwin Williams

Naturel SW7542 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 53% and hue near 38° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 53.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cbc0ad

RGB: 203, 192, 173

Hue38°

Saturation22%

Lightness74%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Naturel SW7542 a warm or cool color?
Naturel 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 Naturel?
Naturel 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 Naturel?
Brightness is about 53%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 38°. The hex value is #cbc0ad. The RGB value is 203, 192, 173.
Is Naturel better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Naturel has brightness around 53%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Naturel?
You can match Naturel 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 Naturel work best in a home?
Naturel 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 Naturel compare to a pure white paint?
Naturel 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 Naturel 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 Naturel 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 Naturel. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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