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Sherwin Williams Protègè Bronze SW6153

Protègè Bronze

Sherwin Williams

SW6153

About Protègè Bronze by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 9.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #66543e

RGB: 102, 84, 62

Hue33°

Saturation24%

Lightness32%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Protègè Bronze SW6153 a warm or cool color?
Protègè Bronze 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 Protègè Bronze?
Protègè Bronze 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 Protègè Bronze?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 24%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 32%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #66543e. The RGB value is 102, 84, 62.
Is Protègè Bronze better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Protègè Bronze has brightness around 10%. 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 Protègè Bronze?
You can match Protègè Bronze 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 Protègè Bronze work best in a home?
Protègè Bronze 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 Protègè Bronze compare to a pure white paint?
Protègè Bronze 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 Protègè Bronze 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 Protègè Bronze 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 Protègè Bronze. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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