PAINT COLOR COMPARISON
Sherwin-WilliamsKilim Beigevs Sherwin-WilliamsMacadamia
Why this comparison. Strip neighbors — Macadamia is the darker, toastier beige.
Kilim Beige and Macadamia are very close (ΔE 2.42). The difference shows up most in side-by-side comparison and under specific light.
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS · SW 6106
Kilim Beige
#C9B89C · LRV 49
Undertone: red-orange / warm
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS · SW 6142
Macadamia
#D2BC9B · LRV 51
Undertone: red-orange / warm
The numbers
ΔE2000
2.42
Very close
Perceptual color distance — lower = more similar
LRV DELTA
2
Macadamia is lighter
Light reflectance: how bright on a wall
UNDERTONE
Same
Kilim Beige: red-orange / warm
Macadamia: red-orange / warm
Macadamia: red-orange / warm
LRV is essentially equal (49 vs 51) — both reflect light the same.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Kilim Beige | Macadamia |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Sherwin-Williams |
| SKU | SW 6106 | SW 6142 |
| Hex | #C9B89C | #D2BC9B |
| RGB | 201, 184, 156 | 210, 188, 155 |
| LRV | 49 | 51 |
| Undertone | red-orange / warm | red-orange / warm |
| Family | Neutral | Neutral |
When to pick which
PICK KILIM BEIGE
Sherwin-Williams Kilim Beige
Best when you want a warmer wall feel — pairs well with brass, oak, and creams.
PICK MACADAMIA
Sherwin-Williams Macadamia
Best when you want a warmer wall feel — pairs well with brass, oak, and creams.
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