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Sherwin Williams Solaria SW6688

Solaria

Sherwin Williams

SW6688

About Solaria by Sherwin Williams

Solaria SW6688 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 70% and hue near 42° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 69.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f5d68f

RGB: 245, 214, 143

Hue42°

Saturation84%

Lightness76%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Solaria SW6688 a warm or cool color?
Solaria 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 Solaria?
Solaria sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 42°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Solaria?
Brightness is about 70%. Saturation is around 84%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 76%. Hue is close to 42°. The hex value is #f5d68f. The RGB value is 245, 214, 143.
Is Solaria better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Solaria has brightness around 70%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Solaria?
You can match Solaria 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 Solaria work best in a home?
Solaria 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 Solaria compare to a pure white paint?
Solaria 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 Solaria 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 Solaria 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 Solaria. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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