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Sherwin Williams Smoky Beige SW9087

Smoky Beige

Sherwin Williams

SW9087

About Smoky Beige by Sherwin Williams

Smoky Beige SW9087 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 40% and hue near 29° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 40.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b9a796

RGB: 185, 167, 150

Hue29°

Saturation20%

Lightness66%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Smoky Beige SW9087 a warm or cool color?
Smoky Beige 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 Smoky Beige?
Smoky Beige sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 29°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Smoky Beige?
Brightness is about 40%. Saturation is around 20%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 66%. Hue is close to 29°. The hex value is #b9a796. The RGB value is 185, 167, 150.
Is Smoky Beige better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Smoky Beige has brightness around 40%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Smoky Beige?
You can match Smoky Beige 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 Smoky Beige work best in a home?
Smoky Beige 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 Smoky Beige compare to a pure white paint?
Smoky Beige 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 Smoky Beige 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 Smoky Beige 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 Smoky Beige. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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