Relaxed Khaki
Relaxed Khaki is a versatile and reflective Yellow from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. Below, you'll find 13 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#C8BBA3
LRV
50.47
Relaxed Khaki's Color Strip
Relaxed Khaki is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Wool Skein and Universal Khaki. The strip spans from Wool Skein at the lightest end to Protégé Bronze at the deepest. Color strip 207 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Relaxed Khaki in Real Rooms
Relaxed Khaki has a medium-high LRV of 50.47 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, kitchen cabinets, living room and bathroom.
3 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Relaxed Khaki on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Stair treads and risers dressed in Relaxed Khaki provide warm, neutral continuity throughout the home.
@dephillip_designed
Hallway walls in Relaxed Khaki establish a calming passage between rooms with soft, earthy warmth.
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Corridor walls painted Relaxed Khaki connect spaces with a gentle, neutral backdrop.
@houseofinteriorsdesign
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Relaxed Khaki cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.
Kitchen cabinets finished in Relaxed Khaki bring warmth and timeless appeal to this cooking area.
@customcarebycaleb
Cabinetry in Relaxed Khaki adds subtle warmth and versatility to kitchen storage and display.
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These kitchen cabinets in Relaxed Khaki offer a soft, inviting anchor for the whole room.
@customcarebycaleb
1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Relaxed Khaki for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
Living room walls wrapped in Relaxed Khaki create an open, airy atmosphere throughout.
@lynchpropaint
6 Bathroom Photos
Using Relaxed Khaki on a bathroom vanity is a clever way to introduce color without painting the walls. It creates a sophisticated anchor for the room, especially when topped with a thick white quartz or a contrasting dark stone.
Bathroom walls in Relaxed Khaki establish a spa-like, soothing environment for daily routines.
@ohiohillside
