Sherwin-Williams Macadamia (SW 6142) is a rich, warm brownish-beige with subtle yellow undertones. This grounded, mid-tone neutral brings a cozy, welcoming depth to traditional living spaces, hallways, and classic exterior color palettes.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 6142 |
| HEX Code | #CCB79B |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 49 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Beige |
| Hidden Undertones | Yellow, Orange |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | North, East |
| Best For | Living rooms, dining rooms, hallways, traditional kitchens, exteriors |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This warm tan hue embraces earthy colors like rust and deep brown in a cozy living space.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm, golden afternoon sunlight.
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Dover White
- Key Materials:Cream boucle, rust velvet, warm walnut
- Hardware Finishes:Aged bronze
- Flooring:Warm walnut hardwood
- Styling Pro Tips:Embrace the warm tan undertones by decorating with rich earthy colors like rust and deep brown.
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: Traditional mahogany furniture highlights the classic, timeless nature of this warm beige dining room.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, ambient evening light with warm sconce glow.
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Alabaster
- Key Materials:Mahogany, linen
- Hardware Finishes:Antique brass
- Flooring:Herringbone oak
- Styling Pro Tips:Use traditional mahogany furniture to highlight the classic, timeless nature of this beige.
Complementary Paint Colors
Color test: A bright transitional space balancing warm tan walls with crisp white trim and textured woven runners.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Filtered daylight from a distant window.
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Pure White
- Key Materials:Woven jute, brass
- Hardware Finishes:Brass
- Flooring:Herringbone oak
- Styling Pro Tips:Keep transitional spaces bright with crisp white trim and warm textured runners.
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital color test: Warm tan cabinetry pairs beautifully with dark soapstone countertops for an authentic traditional kitchen aesthetic.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright, even morning light.
- Wall Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Creamy
- Key Materials:Soapstone, travertine
- Hardware Finishes:Oil-rubbed bronze
- Flooring:Travertine tile
- Styling Pro Tips:Paint cabinetry in this warm tan and pair with dark soapstone for an authentic traditional kitchen.
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital rendering: A grounded high-end exterior combining tan stucco with deep bronze shutters and a red brick pathway.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Clear, midday bright sunlight.
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Dover White
- Accent Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Urbane Bronze
- Key Materials:Red brick, copper
- Hardware Finishes:Aged brass
- Styling Pro Tips:Accentuate a tan stucco exterior with deep bronze shutters for a high-end, grounded look.
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