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Sherwin Williams Rookwood Dark Green SW2816

Rookwood Dark Green

Sherwin Williams

SW2816

About Rookwood Dark Green by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 10.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #565c4a

RGB: 86, 92, 74

Hue80°

Saturation11%

Lightness33%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Rookwood Dark Green SW2816 a warm or cool color?
Rookwood Dark Green 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 Rookwood Dark Green?
Rookwood Dark Green sits in the green family. Its hue is about 80°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Rookwood Dark Green?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 11%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 33%. Hue is close to 80°. The hex value is #565c4a. The RGB value is 86, 92, 74.
Is Rookwood Dark Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Rookwood Dark Green 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 Rookwood Dark Green?
You can match Rookwood Dark Green 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 Rookwood Dark Green work best in a home?
Rookwood Dark Green 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 Rookwood Dark Green compare to a pure white paint?
Rookwood Dark Green 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 Rookwood Dark Green 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 Rookwood Dark Green 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 Rookwood Dark Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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