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Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe SW6039

Poised Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW6039

About Poised Taupe by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 21.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #8c7e78

RGB: 140, 126, 120

Hue18°

Saturation8%

Lightness51%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Poised Taupe SW6039 a warm or cool color?
Poised Taupe 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 Poised Taupe?
Poised Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 18°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Poised Taupe?
Brightness is about 22%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 18°. The hex value is #8c7e78. The RGB value is 140, 126, 120.
Is Poised Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Poised Taupe has brightness around 22%. 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 Poised Taupe?
You can match Poised Taupe 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 Poised Taupe work best in a home?
Poised Taupe 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 Poised Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Poised Taupe 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 Poised Taupe 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 Poised Taupe 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 Poised Taupe. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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