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Sherwin Williams Quietude SW6212

Quietude

Sherwin Williams

SW6212

About Quietude by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 47.6%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #adbbb2

RGB: 173, 187, 178

Hue141°

Saturation9%

Lightness71%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Quietude SW6212 a warm or cool color?
Quietude by Sherwin Williams is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Quietude?
Quietude sits in the green family. Its hue is about 141°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Quietude?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 71%. Hue is close to 141°. The hex value is #adbbb2. The RGB value is 173, 187, 178.
Is Quietude better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Quietude has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Quietude?
You can match Quietude 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 Quietude work best in a home?
Quietude 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 Quietude compare to a pure white paint?
Quietude is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and mid tone 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 Quietude 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 Quietude 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 Quietude. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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