Wheat Penny
Wheat Penny is a genuinely dark Orange 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 4 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#976B53
LRV
17.65
Wheat Penny's Color Strip
Wheat Penny is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Pottery Urn and Brandywine. The strip spans from Alluring White at the lightest end to Brandywine at the deepest. Strip 287 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Wheat Penny in Real Rooms
Wheat Penny has a low LRV of 17.65 — 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 Orange family, the photos below show it applied in a house, front door and living room.
2 House Photos
Wheat Penny 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.
Exterior siding in warm Wheat Penny creates inviting curb appeal.
@sealpropainting
Horizontal lap siding displays the warm tone of Wheat Penny beautifully.
@sealpropainting
1 Front Door Photo
The front door is a great place to experiment with higher sheen levels. Wheat Penny in a high-gloss finish creates a mirror-like surface that looks incredibly expensive and traditional, echoing the grand entryways of London or New York.
Front door in Wheat Penny makes a distinctive architectural statement.
@paintmastersfl
1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Wheat Penny 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 in Wheat Penny establish a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
@heyjordantate
