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Sherwin Williams Porcelain SW0053

Porcelain

Sherwin Williams

SW0053

About Porcelain by Sherwin Williams

Porcelain SW0053 by Sherwin Williams is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 75% and hue near 33° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 75.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e9e0d5

RGB: 233, 224, 213

Hue33°

Saturation31%

Lightness88%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Porcelain SW0053 a warm or cool color?
Porcelain by Sherwin Williams is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Porcelain?
Porcelain sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Porcelain?
Brightness is about 75%. Saturation is around 31%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 88%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #e9e0d5. The RGB value is 233, 224, 213.
Is Porcelain better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Porcelain has brightness around 75%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Porcelain?
You can match Porcelain 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 Porcelain work best in a home?
Porcelain is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Porcelain compare to a pure white paint?
Porcelain is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Porcelain 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 Porcelain 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 Porcelain. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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