Inland
We've categorized Inland as a versatile Green because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#6C8867
LRV
21.92
Inland's Color Strip
Inland is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Agate Green and Cilantro. The strip spans from Topiary Tint at the lightest end to Shamrock at the deepest. Strip 158 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Inland in Real Rooms
Inland has a medium LRV of 21.92 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. 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 bathroom, bedroom, dining room, front door, home office, kitchen, house, living room, mudroom and patio.
1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Inland in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Inland — traditional bathroom
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1 Bedroom Photo
The bedroom is where Inland really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
A boho bedroom painted in Inland
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Inland does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
Inland paint in a elegant dining room
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1 Front Door Photo
Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Inland rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.
minimalist front door featuring Inland by Sherwin-Williams
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1 Home Office Photo
In a workspace, Inland helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.
Sherwin-Williams Inland in a mid century home office
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1 Kitchen Photo
Using Inland in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
Inland — minimalist kitchen
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1 House Photo
Inland is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.
Inland color — modern luxury house inspiration
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1 Living Room Photo
Inland provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
A elegant living room painted in Inland
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1 Mudroom Photo
For smaller entries, Inland provides a "box" of color that defines the space. It tells you exactly where the "messy" zone ends and the "clean" house begins, using color psychology to manage the flow of the household.
Inland paint in a tiny mudroom
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1 Patio Photo
In sun-drenched climates, Inland is a practical choice that helps reduce the glare from the patio floor. It absorbs the harsh light, making the outdoor space more comfortable for the eyes during the peak hours of the day.
minimalist patio featuring Inland by Sherwin-Williams
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Coordinating Colors
White Mint reflects far more light (LRV 78 vs 22), opening up a space where Inland encloses it.
At LRV 53 vs 22, Colonnade Gray is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
White Mint reflects far more light (LRV 78 vs 22), opening up a space where Inland encloses it.
Similar Colors
Reseda Green reads slightly lighter (LRV 26 vs 22), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 22 and 22, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 4-point LRV gap (22 vs 18) makes Inland the marginally brighter of the two.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 22 vs 22), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 23 vs 22), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Inland reads slightly lighter (LRV 22 vs 19), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
A 6-point LRV gap (22 vs 16) makes Inland the marginally brighter of the two.
A 6-point LRV gap (28 vs 22) makes Berry Cream the marginally brighter of the two.
A 6-point LRV gap (28 vs 22) makes Radiant Lilac the marginally brighter of the two.
Feathery Lilac reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 22), opening up a space where Inland encloses it.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 22 vs 21), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Lighter Colors
At LRV 44 vs 22, Forever Green is decisively the brighter choice.
Agate Green reads slightly lighter (LRV 34 vs 22), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Reseda Green reads slightly lighter (LRV 26 vs 22), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 40 vs 22, Nurture Green is decisively the brighter choice.
Lounge Green reflects far more light (LRV 36 vs 22), opening up a space where Inland encloses it.
Darker Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (22 vs 18) makes Inland the marginally brighter of the two.
