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Sherwin Williams Tanager SW6601

Tanager

Sherwin Williams

SW6601

About Tanager by Sherwin Williams

Tanager SW6601 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 11% and hue near 2° 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: 11%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a43834

RGB: 164, 56, 52

Hue

Saturation52%

Lightness42%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Tanager SW6601 a warm or cool color?
Tanager 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 Tanager?
Tanager 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 Tanager?
Brightness is about 11%. Saturation is around 52%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 42%. Hue is close to 2°. The hex value is #a43834. The RGB value is 164, 56, 52.
Is Tanager better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tanager has brightness around 11%. 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 Tanager?
You can match Tanager 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 Tanager work best in a home?
Tanager 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 Tanager compare to a pure white paint?
Tanager 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 Tanager 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 Tanager 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 Tanager. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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