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Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown SW2807

Rookwood Medium Brown

Sherwin Williams

SW2807

About Rookwood Medium Brown by Sherwin Williams

Rookwood Medium Brown SW2807 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 10% and hue near 23° 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: 9.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #6e5241

RGB: 110, 82, 65

Hue23°

Saturation26%

Lightness34%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Rookwood Medium Brown SW2807 a warm or cool color?
Rookwood Medium Brown 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 Medium Brown?
Rookwood Medium Brown sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 23°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Rookwood Medium Brown?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 34%. Hue is close to 23°. The hex value is #6e5241. The RGB value is 110, 82, 65.
Is Rookwood Medium Brown better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Rookwood Medium Brown 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 Medium Brown?
You can match Rookwood Medium Brown 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 Medium Brown work best in a home?
Rookwood Medium Brown 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 Medium Brown compare to a pure white paint?
Rookwood Medium Brown 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 Medium Brown 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 Medium Brown 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 Medium Brown. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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