Sherwin Williams Alexandrite: Complete Color Review

Need the perfect green paint color for your space? I review Sherwin Williams Alexandrite to see if it's the one for your home.

Green is one of those colors I keep coming back to. Green paint colors work almost anywhere and somehow manages to feel both fresh and calming at the same time.

Greens have a way of bringing the outdoors in, and they can be bold or subtle, earthy or polished, depending on the shade you choose.

I especially love jewel toned greens. They feel rich and confident and add instant depth to a room. There's also something a little luxurious about them.

Another bonus is how easy greens are to live with. They pair beautifully with warm neutrals, crisp whites, and even brighter colors if you love a bit of contrast.

If you've been searching for a bold, jewel toned green that still feels livable, Sherwin Williams Alexandrite is a great option. Let's take a closer look.

Alexandrite, Sherwin Williams, SW 0060

Alexandrite is a rich, jewel toned green that instantly adds depth and personality.

Color Family

Alexandrite is in the green family.

Light Reflectance Value

22

Light Reflectance Value measures how much light a paint color reflects. It's on a scale from 0 to 100.

With an LRV of 22, Alexandrite is a deeper color that holds onto its richness. Like most greens, it can shift a bit depending on lighting. But it never feels washed out.

RGB Colors

R: 89 G: 140 B: 116

RGB values show how much red, green, and blue are mixed together to create the color.

Hex Code

#598C74

Undertones

Alexandrite is a vibrant green with blue and gray undertones.

In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Alexandrite looks brighter and more lively. It leans into its green side.

In darker spaces, such as north-facing rooms, Alexandrite feels deeper and moodier. Those blue gray undertones become more noticeable.

Best Uses

Alexandrite is bold enough to make a statement. But it can also feel surprisingly calm when you pair it with earthy or neutral tones.

Here are some of my favorite ways to use it:

• On the walls of a cozy bedroom, living room, or den (you can even paint the trim and molding for a polished look)
• Creating a focal point, such as a fireplace
• Built-ins
• Kitchen cabinets
• Interior or exterior doors
• Home exterior
• Shutters
• Accent wall
• Furniture

Similar Colors

• Sherwin Williams Jadite
• Benjamin Moore Palm Trees
• Behr Dark Jade
• Sherwin Williams Surf Green
• Benjamin Moore Luck of the Irish
• Behr Billiard Room
• Sherwin Williams Grandview

Coordinating Colors

With its bold, vibrant hue, Alexandrite pairs well with many other colors.

If you want Alexandrite to really shine, I like pairing it with warm neutrals like beiges, tans, greiges, and browns.

If you're feeling more adventurous, Alexandrite also looks great with brighter shades. Think pinks, corals, peaches, blues, and yellows.

Warm mid-toned neutrals:

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

Light pinks / corals:

• Jovial
• Ravishing Coral
• Jazz Age Coral
• Rachel Pink
• Cosmetic Peach

Deep blue-purples:

• Perfect Periwinkle
• Lupine
• Lobelia
• Sporty Blue
• Scanda

Trim Colors

Alexandrite works with both soft whites and bright whites for your trim. It all depends on how much contrast you want.

For more contrast, go with a bright white:

Bright white trim colors:

• Benjamin Moore Simply White
• Sherwin Williams Extra White
• Behr Ultra Pure White

For a softer, more relaxed look, pick a soft white:

Soft white trim colors:

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

FAQs

Here are some questions people have asked me about Alexandrite.

What are the undertones of Sherwin Williams Alexandrite?

Alexandrite is a vibrant green with blue and gray undertones.

In rooms with lots of natural light, Alexandrite looks brighter and more lively. In darker spaces, it feels deeper and moodier.

Is Sherwin Williams Alexandrite warm or cool?

Alexandrite is a cool green paint color. The blue and gray undertones are what give it that cooler feel.

What is the complementary color of Sherwin Williams Alexandrite?

Because Alexandrite is bold and saturated, it looks amazing next to warm neutrals like beiges, tans, greiges, and browns. This combo really lets the green shine.

If you like a little more drama, you can also pair it with pinks, corals, peaches, blues, or yellows. I always suggest testing a few pairings to see what feels right in your space.

What is the Sherwin Williams March 2021 Color of the Month?

The Sherwin Williams March 2021 Color of the Month is Alexandrite. It was chosen for its bold, jewel toned look and its ability to make a space feel elevated and fresh.

What's the difference: Sherwin Williams Alexandrite vs Jadite?

Jadite is slightly darker with an LRV of 20 vs Alexandrite's LRV of 22.

Alexandrite is more green / saturated, whereas Jadite leans more blue / muted.

Seeing them next to each other in your own lighting really helps you decide which one fits your style better.

What's the difference: Sherwin Williams Alexandrite vs Evergreen Fog?

Alexandrite and Evergreen Fog are both gorgeous green paint colors, but they have some key differences.

Alexandrite is a bold, saturated jewel-toned green, whereas Evergreen Fog is a calming, muted green-gray color.

Alexandrite is also darker, with an LRV of 22, compared to Evergreen Fog's LRV of 30.

If you're deciding between the two, it really comes down to how much color you want and how your lighting affects each shade. Swatching both is an easy way to see which one feels right in your home.

Thanks for reading!