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Sherwin Williams Quartersawn Oak SW2836

Quartersawn Oak

Sherwin Williams

SW2836

About Quartersawn Oak by Sherwin Williams

Quartersawn Oak SW2836 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 16% and hue near 20° 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: 15.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #85695b

RGB: 133, 105, 91

Hue20°

Saturation19%

Lightness44%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Quartersawn Oak SW2836 a warm or cool color?
Quartersawn Oak 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 Quartersawn Oak?
Quartersawn Oak sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 20°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Quartersawn Oak?
Brightness is about 16%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 44%. Hue is close to 20°. The hex value is #85695b. The RGB value is 133, 105, 91.
Is Quartersawn Oak better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Quartersawn Oak has brightness around 16%. 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 Quartersawn Oak?
You can match Quartersawn Oak 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 Quartersawn Oak work best in a home?
Quartersawn Oak 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 Quartersawn Oak compare to a pure white paint?
Quartersawn Oak 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 Quartersawn Oak 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 Quartersawn Oak 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 Quartersawn Oak. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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