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Sherwin Williams Roycroft Adobe SW0040

Roycroft Adobe

Sherwin Williams

SW0040

About Roycroft Adobe by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 17.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a76251

RGB: 167, 98, 81

Hue12°

Saturation35%

Lightness49%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Roycroft Adobe SW0040 a warm or cool color?
Roycroft Adobe 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 Roycroft Adobe?
Roycroft Adobe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 12°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Roycroft Adobe?
Brightness is about 18%. Saturation is around 35%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 49%. Hue is close to 12°. The hex value is #a76251. The RGB value is 167, 98, 81.
Is Roycroft Adobe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Roycroft Adobe has brightness around 18%. 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 Roycroft Adobe?
You can match Roycroft Adobe 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 Roycroft Adobe work best in a home?
Roycroft Adobe 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 Roycroft Adobe compare to a pure white paint?
Roycroft Adobe 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 Roycroft Adobe 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 Roycroft Adobe 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 Roycroft Adobe. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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