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Sherwin Williams Playa Arenosa SW9094

Playa Arenosa

Sherwin Williams

SW9094

About Playa Arenosa by Sherwin Williams

Playa Arenosa SW9094 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 59% 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: 59.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dcc7b3

RGB: 220, 199, 179

Hue29°

Saturation37%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Playa Arenosa SW9094 a warm or cool color?
Playa Arenosa 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 Playa Arenosa?
Playa Arenosa 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 Playa Arenosa?
Brightness is about 59%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 29°. The hex value is #dcc7b3. The RGB value is 220, 199, 179.
Is Playa Arenosa better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Playa Arenosa has brightness around 59%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Playa Arenosa?
You can match Playa Arenosa 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 Playa Arenosa work best in a home?
Playa Arenosa 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 Playa Arenosa compare to a pure white paint?
Playa Arenosa 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 Playa Arenosa 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 Playa Arenosa 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 Playa Arenosa. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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