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Sherwin Williams Polished Mahogany SW2838

Polished Mahogany

Sherwin Williams

SW2838

About Polished Mahogany by Sherwin Williams

Polished Mahogany SW2838 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 3% and hue near 9° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 2.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #432722

RGB: 67, 39, 34

Hue

Saturation33%

Lightness20%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Polished Mahogany SW2838 a warm or cool color?
Polished Mahogany 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 Polished Mahogany?
Polished Mahogany sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 9°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Polished Mahogany?
Brightness is about 3%. Saturation is around 33%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 20%. Hue is close to 9°. The hex value is #432722. The RGB value is 67, 39, 34.
Is Polished Mahogany better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Polished Mahogany has brightness around 3%. 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 Polished Mahogany?
You can match Polished Mahogany 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 Polished Mahogany work best in a home?
Polished Mahogany 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 Polished Mahogany compare to a pure white paint?
Polished Mahogany 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 Polished Mahogany in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Polished Mahogany. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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