Sherwin-Williams • 6881

Cayenne

Name: Sherwin-Williams Cayenne 6881
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

We've categorized Cayenne as a genuinely dark Orange because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 5 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#C04D35

LRV

16.82

Light Reflectance Value

16.82

dark

Temperaturewarm

SaturationBright

Collection

Teen Space

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Cayenne's Color Strip

Cayenne is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Browsing strip 118 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.

C1Blushing C2Cosmetic Peach C3Sockeye C4Rejuvenate C5Emotional C6Hearty Orange C7Cayenne

Cayenne in Real Rooms

Cayenne has a low LRV of 16.82 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's warm-toned and , picking up richness from natural light and sitting comfortably alongside wood tones and warm neutrals. Grouped in the Orange family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, front door and misc.

2 Living Room Photos

There is a specific "glow" that Cayenne takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.

Sherwin Williams SW 6881 living room

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Sherwin Williams Cayenne accent wall

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2 Front Door Photos

There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in Cayenne. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.

Sherwin Williams Cayenne front door color

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Sherwin Williams Cayenne door paint

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1 Misc Photo

More spaces painted in Cayenne, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.