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Sherwin Williams Wallflower SW6281

Wallflower

Sherwin Williams

SW6281

About Wallflower by Sherwin Williams

Wallflower SW6281 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 64% and hue near 335° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 64.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dbcfd4

RGB: 219, 207, 212

Hue335°

Saturation14%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Wallflower SW6281 a warm or cool color?
Wallflower 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 Wallflower?
Wallflower sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 335°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Wallflower?
Brightness is about 64%. Saturation is around 14%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 335°. The hex value is #dbcfd4. The RGB value is 219, 207, 212.
Is Wallflower better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Wallflower has brightness around 64%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Wallflower?
You can match Wallflower 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 Wallflower work best in a home?
Wallflower 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 Wallflower compare to a pure white paint?
Wallflower 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 Wallflower 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 Wallflower 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 Wallflower. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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