Sherwin-Williams • 6090

Java

Name: Sherwin-Williams Java 6090
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Java 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 6 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#634533

LRV

7.15

Light Reflectance Value

7.15

dark

Temperaturewarm

SaturationMuted

Collection

2021 Encounter Naturally Neutral

Java's Color Strip

Java is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Color strip 197 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.

C1Simplify Beige C2Sand Dune C3Trusty Tan C4Dusted Truffle C5Nuthatch C6Grounded C7Java

Java in Real Rooms

Java has a low LRV of 7.15 — 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 Red family, the photos below show it applied in a house and kitchen cabinets.

3 House Photos

The way Java interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.

Sherwin Williams Java house exterior paint

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Sherwin Williams Java house exterior

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SW Java house exterior color

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3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

On traditional shaker-style cabinets, Java brings out the clean lines and shadow gaps of the woodwork. It's a color that highlights quality craftsmanship, making it an ideal choice for a high-end renovation or a custom kitchen build.