Looking for the perfect soft green paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Rookwood Jade and if it might be right for your home!
Earthy greens are a stunning choice if you're looking for something classic and familiar yet stylish and on-trend.
Greens can feel like a neutral yet can also be bold enough to make a statement.
Greens can be paired with other earthy shades for a comforting vibe or with bolder hues for a more dramatic look. The options are endless!
Let’s take a closer look at Sherwin Williams Rookwood Jade and why it might be the perfect green for your home.
Rookwood Jade, Sherwin Williams, SW 2812
Rookwood Jade is a soft, earthy green. It feels organic and familiar, perfect for a relaxing bedroom or den.
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Color Family
Rookwood Jade is in the green family.
Light Reflectance Value
33
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.
At 33, Rookwood Jade is a mid-tone, meaning it shifts depending on the lighting. In bright rooms, it looks lighter and warmer. In dim spaces, it deepens into a cozy, rich tone.
RGB Colors
R: 151 G: 159 B: 127
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
#979F7F
Undertones
Rookwood Jade has soft yellow undertones, giving it a warm, earthy feel.
In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Rookwood Jade will appear warmer and have more of a green-yellow appearance.
In north-facing rooms that lack natural light, Rookwood Jade will appear a bit cooler, deeper, richer, and more green.
It's very important to swatch colors on your wall to make sure they look good – day and night – in your actual space before committing.
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Best uses
Rookwood Jade can be used almost anywhere.
It feels welcoming without being too bold. Use it for big spaces or small accents. It looks especially great in historic homes.
I’d try it in:
- Living rooms, bedrooms, or dens where you want a warm, organic feel
- Accent wall
- A focal point such as a fireplace or built-ins
- Home exterior
- Interior or exterior doors
- Shutters
- Cabinets
- Furniture
Similar Colors
- Sherwin Williams Broccoflower
- Benjamin Moore Kennebunkport Green
- Behr Clary Sage
- Sherwin Williams Leaflet
- Benjamin Moore Mistletoe
- Behr Autumn Sage
- Sherwin Williams Agate Green
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Coordinating Colors
Rookwood Jade pairs well with other earthy tones such as greens, browns, blues, grays, beiges, and soft whites.
For more contrast, pair Rookwood Jade with reds or purples.
Dark green-browns:
- Roycroft Brass
- Twig Basket
- High Tea
- Messenger Bag
- Landmark
Warm, sandy beiges:
- Nantucket Dune
- Beachcomber
- Malabar
- Kilim Beige
- Downing Sand
Muted green-grays:
- Cascade Green
- Willow Tree
- Oyster Bay
- Escape Gray
- Hazel Gaze
Trim Colors
When it comes to trim, because of its warm yellow undertone, Rookwood Jade pairs well with soft whites.
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FAQS
Here are some common frequently asked questions about Rookwood Jade.
Is Rookwood Jade warm or cool?
Sherwin Williams Rookwood Jade is a warm paint color due to its warm yellow undertones. It feels comforting and peaceful.
What colors go with SW Rookwood Jade?
Rookwood Jade pairs well with many other colors. It looks great with other earthy tones, such as greens, browns, blues, grays, beiges, and soft whites.
To start, try swatching Rookwood Jade with Roycroft Brass (a dark green-brown), Nantucket Dune (a warm beige), Cascade Green (a muted green-gray), or Alabaster (a soft white).
What color trim with SW Rookwood Jade?
Due to its warm yellow undertone, Rookwood Jade pairs well with soft whites. My favorite soft white trim colors are SW Alabaster, BM White Dove, or Behr Cameo White.
Where to use SW Rookwood Jade?
Rookwood Jade can be used almost anywhere. Use it for big spaces or small accents.
I love it a living room, bedroom or den. Or try Rookwood Jade for an accent wall, a fireplace, built-ins, doors, shutters, cabinets, or a piece of furniture.
What's the difference: SW Rookwood Jade vs Jadite?
Rookwood Jade and Jadite are both gorgeous shades of green, but they're different colors.
Rookwood Jade is lighter, warmer, more muted, and more yellow. Jadite is darker, cooler, more saturated, and more blue.
Swatching both colors will help you see the difference and decide which one suits your style best.
What's the difference: SW Rookwood Jade vs Leaflet?
Rookwood Jade and Leaflet are similar earthy green tones.
Rookwood Jade leans more yellow and is a bit more muted. Leaflet is more saturated.
Additionally, Leaflet is slightly darker with an LRV of 30 vs Rookwood Jade's 33.
Always swatch colors in your space before making a decision—especially when two colors are this close!
Before you go...
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Thanks for reading!
Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.
