Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown: A Complete Color Review

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

Brown paint colors are absolutely having their moment right now. They bring that warm, inviting feeling of nature indoors, while adding a touch of dramatic elegance.

You can easily mix a brown into all kinds of color schemes—whether you're looking for something neutral or something bold.

I've chosen a popular brown paint color, Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown, to do a thorough review. Let's dive into the details and see if it's right for your home.

Rookwood Medium Brown, Sherwin Williams, SW 2807

Rookwood Medium Brown is a soft, warm, yet dramatic brown. It adds a relaxed sophistication to a space.

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Color Family

Rookwood Medium Brown is in the orange family.

Light Reflectance Value

10

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 10, Rookwood Medium Brown is definitely on the darker side.

Rookwood Medium Brown is a dark paint color—but it's not black. It will look pretty dark in rooms without much lighting. In a brighter room, it lightens up a bit, showing off its warm undertones.

RGB Colors

R: 110 G: 82 B: 65

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

#6E5241

Undertones

Rookwood Medium Brown has warm orange and red undertones.

In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Rookwood Medium 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 Medium Brown will lean less warm, darker, and a bit moodier.

Best uses

Rookwood Medium Brown can be used as a sophisticated neutral paint color or as a deep, dramatic accent color.

Here are some places I’d recommend using Rookwood Medium Brown:

• 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 Grounded
• Benjamin Moore Raisin
• Behr Moose Trail
• Sherwin Williams Dark Brown
• Benjamin Moore Brown Tar
• Behr Authentic Brown
• Sherwin Williams Umber

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Coordinating Colors

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

For a bit more contrast, pair Rookwood Brown with deeper, cooler colors like purples, greens, teals, or blues.

Golden tans:

• Mesa Tan
• Lanyard
• Caramelized
• Soft Fawn
• Woven Wicker

Dark reds / oranges:

• Sierra Redwood
• Spicy Hue
• Flower Pot
• Brick Paver
• Cajun Red

Warm whites:

• Westhighland White
• Shell White
• Geek Villa
• Whitetail
• Alabaster

Trim Colors

Rookwood Medium Brown pairs well with creamy whites for trim. This 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 Medium Brown.

What Color is Rookwood Medium Brown?

Rookwood Medium Brown is a soft yet dramatic brown with warm orange and red undertones.

What Colors Compliment Rookwood Medium Brown?

As a warm, dark neutral, Rookwood Medium Brown pairs well with many other colors. I love it with Mesa Tan (a golden tan), Sierra Rookwood (a dark red-orange), and Westhighland White (a warm white).

Rookwood Medium Brown really looks good with any warm color: browns, tans, beiges, off-whites, golden yellows, and dusty pinks. Swatch a few colors together and see which combo you like best.

What Color Trim Goes with Rookwood Medium Brown Paint?

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

Is Rookwood Medium Brown Too Dark?

With an LRV of 10, Rookwood Medium Brown is on the darker side, but it’s not the darkest paint color. It’s rich without leaning into black.

In brighter rooms, Rookwood Medium Brown will appear lighter and show more warmth. In rooms without a lot of natural light, it will feel darker.

Swatching is key to seeing how any color works in your space.

Is Brown Considered a Luxury Color?

Yes, brown can be classified as a luxury color! Deep browns are rising in popularity as trends move back towards warm, cozy colors.

Dark brown paint colors make a space feel luxurious, sophisticated, and on-trend, while also warm and inviting.

Brown shades work great on front doors, shutters, kitchen islands, bathroom vanities, and more. Swatch a few brown paint colors in your home and see what you think!

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

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

Rookwood Brown is lighter; Rookwood Medium Brown is darker, more red, and a bit moodier.

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

Thanks for reading!