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Sherwin Williams Stop SW6869

Stop

Sherwin Williams

SW6869

About Stop by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 14.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c33a36

RGB: 195, 58, 54

Hue

Saturation57%

Lightness49%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Stop SW6869 a warm or cool color?
Stop 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 Stop?
Stop sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 2°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Stop?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 57%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 49%. Hue is close to 2°. The hex value is #c33a36. The RGB value is 195, 58, 54.
Is Stop better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Stop has brightness around 15%. 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 Stop?
You can match Stop 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 Stop work best in a home?
Stop 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 Stop compare to a pure white paint?
Stop 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 Stop 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 Stop 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 Stop. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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