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Sherwin Williams Sconce Gold SW6398

Sconce Gold

Sherwin Williams

SW6398

About Sconce Gold by Sherwin Williams

Sconce Gold SW6398 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 18% and hue near 36° 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: 18.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #996f32

RGB: 153, 111, 50

Hue36°

Saturation51%

Lightness40%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Sconce Gold SW6398 a warm or cool color?
Sconce Gold 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 Sconce Gold?
Sconce Gold sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 36°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sconce Gold?
Brightness is about 18%. Saturation is around 51%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 40%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #996f32. The RGB value is 153, 111, 50.
Is Sconce Gold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sconce Gold 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 Sconce Gold?
You can match Sconce Gold 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 Sconce Gold work best in a home?
Sconce Gold 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 Sconce Gold compare to a pure white paint?
Sconce Gold 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 Sconce Gold 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 Sconce Gold 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 Sconce Gold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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