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Sherwin Williams Rayo de Sol SW9020

Rayo de Sol

Sherwin Williams

SW9020

About Rayo de Sol by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 59.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f4c454

RGB: 244, 196, 84

Hue42°

Saturation88%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Rayo de Sol SW9020 a warm or cool color?
Rayo de Sol by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Rayo de Sol?
Rayo de Sol sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 42°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Rayo de Sol?
Brightness is about 59%. Saturation is around 88%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 42°. The hex value is #f4c454. The RGB value is 244, 196, 84.
Is Rayo de Sol better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Rayo de Sol has brightness around 59%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Rayo de Sol?
You can match Rayo de Sol 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 Rayo de Sol work best in a home?
Rayo de Sol 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 Rayo de Sol compare to a pure white paint?
Rayo de Sol is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Rayo de Sol 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 Rayo de Sol 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 Rayo de Sol. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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