Sherwin Williams Rookwood Brown: A Complete Color Review

Looking for the perfect brown paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Rookwood Brown and if it might be right for your home!

As trends skew back towards warm shades, brown paint colors are having a moment. Browns bring that warm, familiar feeling of nature indoors, while still adding a touch of sophistication.

Browns are neutral enough to be extremely versatile. You can easily mix them into all kinds of color schemes—whether you want something more neutral or something moody and bold.

Let's dive into the details of a classic shade of brown: Rookwood Brown by Sherwin Williams.

Rookwood Brown, Sherwin Williams, SW 2806

Rookwood Brown is a classic brown with timeless appeal. It gives a room a cozy, sophisticated warmth.

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Color Family

Rookwood Brown is in the orange family.

Light Reflectance Value

14

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

With an LRV of 14, Rookwood Brown is quite a dark paint color. This means it bounces around 14% of light in a room.

In rooms with plenty of natural light, Rookwood Brown will appear a bit lighter. In darker rooms, it will show its true deep hue.

RGB Colors

R: 127 G: 97 B: 74

RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!

Hex Code

#7F614A

Undertones

Rookwood Brown has a warm orange undertone.

In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Rookwood Brown will lean warmer and lighter, looking more brown. It will feel extra cozy in these spaces.

In darker spaces, such as north-facing rooms, Rookwood Brown will lean less warm, darker, and a bit moodier.

Best uses

I love Rookwood Brown for creating a cozy, inviting feel. Here are some of my favorite ways to use it:

• Bedrooms, living rooms, or dens
• Fireplace
• Built-ins
• Interior or exterior doors
• Shutters
• Cabinetry or a kitchen island
• Accent wall
• Furniture
• Small bathrooms

Similar Colors

• Sherwin Williams Tea Chest
• Benjamin Moore Coconut Grove
• Behr Joshua Tree
• Sherwin Williams Grounded
• Benjamin Moore Hidden Valley
• Behr Mission Brown
• Sherwin Williams Burnished Brandy

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Coordinating Colors

Rookwood Brown pairs beautifully with other warm colors. Think lighter browns, tans, beiges, off-whites, golden yellows, and dusty pinks.

Rookwood Brown also works really well with deeper, cooler colors like purples, greens, teals, and blues.

Warm mid-toned neutrals:

• Tamarind
• Oak Barrel
• Canoe
• Yearling
• Tower Tan

Earthy greens:

• Olive Grove
• Avocado
• Edamame
• Sheraton Sage
• Renwick Olive

Dusty taupes:

• Artistic Taupe
• White Truffle
• Glamour
• Insightful Rose
• Chaise Mauve

Trim Colors

Rookwood Brown looks amazing paired with creamy whites for trim. It keeps the overall look fresh while letting the warmth of the brown shine.

Soft white trim colors:

• Sherwin Williams Alabaster
• Benjamin Moore White Dove
• Behr Cameo White

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FAQS

Here are some frequently asked questions about Rookwood Brown.

What color is Rookwood Brown?

Rookwood Brown is a classic brown with warm orange undertones, giving it a timeless, warm feel.

What's the difference: SW Rookwood Brown vs Rookwood Dark Brown?

Similar names and both dark browns with warm orange undertones, but no two paint colors are exactly the same.

Rookwood Brown is lighter and more classic brown; Rookwood Dark Brown is deeper, darker, and moodier.

If you’re torn between the two, try swatching them side by side to see which one feels right in your space.

Is Rookwood Brown too dark?

With an LRV of 14, Rookwood Brown is on the darker side, but it’s not the darkest. It’s deep and rich without leaning black.

In rooms with little natural light, Rookwood Brown will appear darker. In brighter rooms, it will appear warmer.

Swatching is key to seeing how it works in your space.

Is brown a luxury color?

Yes, brown can absolutely feel like a luxury color. Browns are rising in popularity as trends move back towards warm hues.

A dark brown paint color makes a space feel luxurious, on-trend, cozy and timeless.

Browns work great on front doors, shutters, kitchen islands, bathroom vanities, and more. Endless possibilities!

Swatch a few brown paint colors in your home and see what you think.

What color trim goes with Rookwood Brown paint?

Rookwood Brown pairs beautifully with soft whites for trim. I’d suggest Behr Cameo White, Sherwin Williams Alabaster, or Benjamin Moore White Dove.

Is SW Rookwood Brown warm?

Yes, Rookwood Brown is a deep, warm brown. Its orange undertones give it a cozy, inviting feel.

Thanks for reading!