Sherwin-Williams • 2803

Rookwood Terra Cotta

Name: Sherwin-Williams Rookwood Terra Cotta 2803
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Rookwood Terra Cotta (2803) is a standout Orange in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 6 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#975840

LRV

13.93

Light Reflectance Value

13.93

dark

Temperaturewarm

SaturationMidtone

Collection

Historic Exterior Color Wall Victorian (1830s-1910s)

Rookwood Terra Cotta in Real Rooms

Rookwood Terra Cotta has a low LRV of 13.93 — 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 Orange family, the photos below show it applied in a living room and house.

2 Living Room Photos

When applied to living room walls, Rookwood Terra Cotta creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.

Rookwood Terra Cotta living room accent wall

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Rookwood Terra Cotta living room color

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4 House Photos

Rookwood Terra Cotta 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.