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Sherwin Williams Plum Brown SW6272

Plum Brown

Sherwin Williams

SW6272

About Plum Brown by Sherwin Williams

Plum Brown SW6272 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 6% and hue near 335° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 6%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #4e4247

RGB: 78, 66, 71

Hue335°

Saturation8%

Lightness28%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Plum Brown SW6272 a warm or cool color?
Plum Brown by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Plum Brown?
Plum Brown sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 335°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Plum Brown?
Brightness is about 6%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 28%. Hue is close to 335°. The hex value is #4e4247. The RGB value is 78, 66, 71.
Is Plum Brown better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Plum Brown has brightness around 6%. 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 Plum Brown?
You can match Plum Brown 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 Plum Brown work best in a home?
Plum Brown 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 Plum Brown compare to a pure white paint?
Plum Brown is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Plum Brown 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 Plum Brown 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 Plum Brown. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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