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Sherwin Williams Whole Wheat SW6121

Whole Wheat

Sherwin Williams

SW6121

About Whole Wheat by Sherwin Williams

Whole Wheat SW6121 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 48% and hue near 36° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 48.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cdb592

RGB: 205, 181, 146

Hue36°

Saturation37%

Lightness69%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Whole Wheat SW6121 a warm or cool color?
Whole Wheat 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 Whole Wheat?
Whole Wheat sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 36°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Whole Wheat?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 69%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #cdb592. The RGB value is 205, 181, 146.
Is Whole Wheat better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Whole Wheat has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Whole Wheat?
You can match Whole Wheat 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 Whole Wheat work best in a home?
Whole Wheat 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 Whole Wheat compare to a pure white paint?
Whole Wheat 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 Whole Wheat 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 Whole Wheat 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 Whole Wheat. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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