Sherwin-Williams • 6426

Basque Green

Name: Sherwin-Williams Basque Green 6426
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Basque Green remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 4 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#5F6033

LRV

11.04

Light Reflectance Value

11.04

dark

Temperatureneutral

SaturationMidtone

Collection

2022 Ephemera

Basque Green's Color Strip

Basque Green is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip 154 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

C1Celery C2Shagreen C3Baby Bok Choy C4Ryegrass C5Tansy Green C6Relentless Olive C7Basque Green

Basque Green in Real Rooms

Basque Green has a low LRV of 11.04 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a living room and misc.

2 Living Room Photos

When applied to living room walls, Basque Green creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.

SW Basque Green wall paint

@robinsoninteriors

Sw Basque Green Wall Paint

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2 Misc Photos

Observe the use of Basque Green on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.