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Polished Mahogany

Polished Mahogany is a genuinely dark Red from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 2 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#432722

LRV

2.76

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Light Reflectance Value
2.76
Dark
TemperatureWarm
SaturationMuted

Polished Mahogany in Real Rooms

Polished Mahogany has a low LRV of 2.76 — 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 Red family, the photos below show it applied in a front door.

2 Front Door Photos

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Polished Mahogany 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.

SW 2838 front door review

Front door stained Polished Mahogany makes a rich, dramatic entrance statement.

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SW 2838 front door color

Entryway door finished in Polished Mahogany adds warmth and traditional elegance.

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Color Codes

HEX#432722
RGB67, 39, 34
HSL9° 33% 20%
CMYK0 42 49 74
CIE LabL: 19.1 a: 12.5 b: 8.8
XYZX: 3.33 Y: 2.76 Z: 1.87