Parisian Patina
Parisian Patina is a versatile Green from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to add character and warmth to any space. Below, you'll find 10 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#7D9B89
LRV
29.74
Parisian Patina's Color Strip
Parisian Patina is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Restful and Jadite. The strip spans from Slow Green at the lightest end to Isle Of Pines at the deepest. Browsing strip 159 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Parisian Patina in Real Rooms
Parisian Patina has a medium LRV of 29.74 — 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 misc, bathroom, front door, house and kitchen cabinets.
2 Misc Photos
These examples of Parisian Patina in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Fireplace accent wall in Parisian Patina adds vintage character.
@johnnygirl1
Hallway in Parisian Patina transitions beautifully between rooms.
@paintsmithllc
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Parisian Patina provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Bathroom walls in Parisian Patina evoke European spa elegance.
@sadio38
3 Front Door Photos
A front door in Parisian Patina is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.
Front door in Parisian Patina makes a sophisticated first impression.
@buildingourhomeandourdreams
Entry door in Parisian Patina welcomes visitors with style.
@lauren_harrell_design
Painted front door in Parisian Patina commands attention.
@krisjezak
2 House Photos
Using Parisian Patina on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.
House exterior in Parisian Patina blends classic and contemporary appeal.
@springerarchitecture
Exterior trim in Parisian Patina softens this home's architectural features.
@rharness
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
On kitchen cabinets, Parisian Patina adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.
Kitchen cabinets painted in Parisian Patina create a soft, sophisticated backdrop.
@hillsidemanordecor
Painted cabinetry in Parisian Patina brings muted elegance to this kitchen space.
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 74 vs 30, Fleeting Green is decisively the brighter choice.
Zurich White reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 30), opening up a space where Parisian Patina encloses it.
A 10-point LRV gap (30 vs 20) makes Parisian Patina the marginally brighter of the two.
Trim Color
At LRV 74 vs 30, Fleeting Green is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
Verdigreen reads slightly lighter (LRV 34 vs 30), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 33 vs 30), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Parisian Patina reads slightly lighter (LRV 30 vs 25), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Calico reads slightly lighter (LRV 35 vs 30), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 4-point LRV gap (34 vs 30) makes Agate Green the marginally brighter of the two.
Restful reads slightly lighter (LRV 39 vs 30), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 32 and 30, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 30 and 30, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 11-point LRV gap (40 vs 30) makes Burma Jade the marginally brighter of the two.
A 4-point LRV gap (30 vs 25) makes Parisian Patina the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
Whimsical White reflects far more light (LRV 79 vs 30), opening up a space where Parisian Patina encloses it.
With LRVs of 30 and 28, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 6-point LRV gap (30 vs 24) makes Parisian Patina the marginally brighter of the two.
Parisian Patina reflects far more light (LRV 30 vs 17), opening up a space where Plum Dandy encloses it.
With LRVs of 30 and 30, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Wallflower reflects far more light (LRV 64 vs 30), opening up a space where Parisian Patina encloses it.
At LRV 51 vs 30, Mauve Finery is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
A 9-point LRV gap (38 vs 30) makes Halcyon Green the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 48 vs 30, Quietude is decisively the brighter choice.
A 6-point LRV gap (36 vs 30) makes Marine the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 48 vs 30, Fresh Eucalyptus is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 51 vs 30, Kind Green is decisively the brighter choice.
Darker Colors
Parisian Patina reads slightly lighter (LRV 30 vs 20), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Parisian Patina reads slightly lighter (LRV 30 vs 25), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.