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Sherwin Williams Umber Rust SW9100

Umber Rust

Sherwin Williams

SW9100

About Umber Rust by Sherwin Williams

Umber Rust SW9100 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 10% and hue near 24° 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: 10%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #765138

RGB: 118, 81, 56

Hue24°

Saturation36%

Lightness34%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Umber Rust SW9100 a warm or cool color?
Umber Rust 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 Umber Rust?
Umber Rust sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 24°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Umber Rust?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 36%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 34%. Hue is close to 24°. The hex value is #765138. The RGB value is 118, 81, 56.
Is Umber Rust better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Umber Rust has brightness around 10%. 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 Umber Rust?
You can match Umber Rust 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 Umber Rust work best in a home?
Umber Rust 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 Umber Rust compare to a pure white paint?
Umber Rust 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 Umber Rust 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 Umber Rust 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 Umber Rust. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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