Sherwin-Williams Softened Green is a muted, earthy sage green with warm gray and subtle yellow undertones. This tranquil, nature-inspired hue brings a relaxing and grounded energy, making it a beautiful choice for cozy living rooms, serene bedrooms, or charming kitchens.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 6177 |
| HEX Code | #BBBCA7 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 49 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Sage Green |
| Hidden Undertones | Gray, Subtle Yellow |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, sunrooms |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Concept board: A tranquil earthy hue enveloping a bedroom space, accented by light ash wood and aged brass lamps.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dappled afternoon sunlight
- Textiles:Cream linen, sage velvet
- Furniture:Cane and light ash wood
- Accent Metal:Aged brass
Digital color test: This earthy green tone applied to living room walls, paired with a vintage distressed rug and warm western light.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm western light
- Key Materials:Cognac leather, travertine coffee table
- Rug:Vintage distressed rug
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Alabaster SW 7008
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital visualization: A fresh herbal shade coating kitchen cabinetry, contrasting beautifully with dark soapstone countertops and rustic floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright morning light
- Cabinetry:Painted in Softened Green
- Countertop:Soapstone
- Hardware:Satin nickel
- Flooring:Terracotta tile
Paint exploration: A calming botanical tone applied to lower wall beadboard, illuminated by soft frosted window light.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft diffused frosted window light
- Wall Treatment:Beadboard painted in Softened Green
- Tile:White hex mosaic
- Fixtures:Polished nickel
Conceptual layout: A natural green backdrop for a sun-drenched room, styled with rattan lounge chairs and trailing pothos plants.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Abundant all-day sunlight
- Furniture:Rattan lounge chairs, linen cushions
- Flooring:Slate tile
- Plants:Large fiddle leaf fig, trailing pothos
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