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Arugula by Sherwin Williams (SW 6446) Paint Color Review

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Last Updated on September 24, 2024 by lindseymahoney

Arugula by Sherwin Williams is such a fun and vibrant shade of green. I recently updated my kid’s bathroom and decided to paint the vanity cabinet a fun pop of green. Arugula feels youthful and works perfectly with the new wallpaper that I hung.

Arugula (SW 6446) by Sherwin Williams Paint Color Review

Let’s dive into a comprehensive color review of this perfect shade of green.

What Color is Arugula by the Sherwin-Williams Company?

Arugula (SW 6446) is a deep leafy green that feels refreshing and bold. You can purchase this paint color at a local Sherwin-Williams store or your local Lowe’s through their HGTV Home paint line. 

Arugula (SW 6446) by Sherwin Williams Paint Color Review

Arugula Light Reflective Value

Arugula SW has an LRV of 10. This means that the color absorbs a lot of light, so it may appear darker in spaces lacking natural light.

LRV scale

What is LRV anyway? It tells us how much light a color absorbs on a scale from 0 to 100. The lower the number, the less light the color will reflect and will therefore feel darker.

The higher the LRV number, the more reflective the color, making a space feel lighter and brighter.

Arugula (SW 6446) by Sherwin Williams Paint Color Review

In any case, I highly recommend you apply a paint sample on the area that you plan to paint and observe the color throughout the day. Colors can look vastly different in various lighting conditions.

What are the undertones of Sherwin Williams Arugula?

Arugula (SW 6446) by Sherwin Williams Paint Color Review
Source | Color Hexa

​Arugula is a desaturated lime green with gray undertones.

Is SW Arugula considered a cool or warm color?

Arugula (SW 6446) by Sherwin Williams Paint Color Review

A paint undertone is a color you don’t see that can cause the main color (tone) to feel warm or cool. Warm paint colors have yellow, beige, or pink undertones. Cool paint colors have green, purple or blue undertones.

Arugula is considered a cool color.

What colors pair well with the vibrant green, Arugula?

Many colors pair well with this leafy green color. When choosing colors that work well together, I always keep in mind that any color can work if it is a similar shade.

Arugula (SW 6446) by Sherwin Williams Paint Color Review

What paint colors are similar to Arugula by Sherwin Williams?

  • Forest Elf by Pantone
  • Friendly Fairway by Valspar Paint
  • Hummingbird Green by PPG Paints

Where can I use this bold green paint color in my home?

Arugula (SW 6446) by Sherwin Williams Paint Color Review

Green is one of my favorite colors to incorporate into interior design and my home. This green is the perfect color for cabinets, whether it’s the bathroom vanity or kitchen cabinets, it is a fun and bold statement.

Source | Sherwin Williams

Arugula is a great color for a variety of design styles including rustic designs for a mountain house or farmhouses. Bold green colors look fantastic when used for mid-century modern designs as well.

If painting your walls dark green feels a little too daring, consider painting a piece of furniture for an unexpected pop of color.

What are the Hex Code and RGB Values of Arugula by Sherwin Williams?

The hexadecimal color code for Arugula green is #42603c. 

RGB Values 66/96/60


Using this bold green color was definitely outside of my comfort zone but I am so happy I went for it! The kid’s bathroom makeover feels so happy and everyone comments how much they love the green vanity.

I hope you found this paint color review helpful and feel confident about using this beautiful paint color in your own home!

Good luck!

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