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Sherwin Williams Trusty Tan SW6087

Trusty Tan

Sherwin Williams

SW6087

About Trusty Tan by Sherwin Williams

Trusty Tan SW6087 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 37% and hue near 25° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 36.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b59f8f

RGB: 181, 159, 143

Hue25°

Saturation20%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Trusty Tan SW6087 a warm or cool color?
Trusty Tan 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 Trusty Tan?
Trusty Tan sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 25°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Trusty Tan?
Brightness is about 37%. Saturation is around 20%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 25°. The hex value is #b59f8f. The RGB value is 181, 159, 143.
Is Trusty Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Trusty Tan has brightness around 37%. 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 Trusty Tan?
You can match Trusty Tan 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 Trusty Tan work best in a home?
Trusty Tan 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 Trusty Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Trusty Tan 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 Trusty Tan 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 Trusty Tan 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 Trusty Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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