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Sherwin Williams Oak Barrel SW7714

Oak Barrel

Sherwin Williams

SW7714

About Oak Barrel by Sherwin Williams

Oak Barrel SW7714 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 39% and hue near 29° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 38.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #bfa287

RGB: 191, 162, 135

Hue29°

Saturation30%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Oak Barrel SW7714 a warm or cool color?
Oak Barrel 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 Oak Barrel?
Oak Barrel sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 29°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Oak Barrel?
Brightness is about 39%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 29°. The hex value is #bfa287. The RGB value is 191, 162, 135.
Is Oak Barrel better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Oak Barrel has brightness around 39%. 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 Oak Barrel?
You can match Oak Barrel 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 Oak Barrel work best in a home?
Oak Barrel 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 Oak Barrel compare to a pure white paint?
Oak Barrel 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 Oak Barrel 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 Oak Barrel 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 Oak Barrel. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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