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Sherwin Williams Shiitake SW9173

Shiitake

Sherwin Williams

SW9173

About Shiitake by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 51.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c8bcab

RGB: 200, 188, 171

Hue35°

Saturation21%

Lightness73%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Shiitake from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Shiitake

Sherwin Williams

SW9173

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Shiitake looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Shiitake SW9173 a warm or cool color?
Shiitake 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 Shiitake?
Shiitake sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Shiitake?
Brightness is about 51%. Saturation is around 21%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #c8bcab. The RGB value is 200, 188, 171.
Is Shiitake better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Shiitake has brightness around 51%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Shiitake?
You can match Shiitake 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 Shiitake work best in a home?
Shiitake 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 Shiitake compare to a pure white paint?
Shiitake 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 Shiitake in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Shiitake

Sherwin Williams

SW9173

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Shiitake in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Shiitake

Sherwin Williams

SW9173

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Shiitake. They add contrast without clashing.

Shiitake

Sherwin Williams

SW9173

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

STONINGTON

Glidden

PPG15-25

Ashen Tan

Benjamin Moore

996

Hot Spring Stones

Benjamin Moore

AC-31

Dufferin Terrace

Benjamin Moore

CC-456