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Sherwin Williams Rice Paddy SW6414

Rice Paddy

Sherwin Williams

SW6414

About Rice Paddy by Sherwin Williams

Rice Paddy SW6414 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 66% and hue near 46° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 65.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dfd4b0

RGB: 223, 212, 176

Hue46°

Saturation42%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Rice Paddy SW6414 a warm or cool color?
Rice Paddy 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 Rice Paddy?
Rice Paddy sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 46°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Rice Paddy?
Brightness is about 66%. Saturation is around 42%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 46°. The hex value is #dfd4b0. The RGB value is 223, 212, 176.
Is Rice Paddy better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Rice Paddy has brightness around 66%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Rice Paddy?
You can match Rice Paddy 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 Rice Paddy work best in a home?
Rice Paddy 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 Rice Paddy compare to a pure white paint?
Rice Paddy 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 Rice Paddy 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 Rice Paddy 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 Rice Paddy. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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