Ref. #655F2D · 6419
Saguaro
11%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Saguaro Technical Profile
What color is Saguaro? It's a dark cool yellow with the hex code #655F2D. Colors similar to Saguaro include RAL Khaki Grey, Behr Fig. Saguaro has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Saguaro creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Saguaro reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Saguaro
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Saguaro
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Saguaro
#655F2D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#67794C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Saguaro
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Saguaro Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Saguaro.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Saguaro — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Saguaro have?
Saguaro by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Saguaro from other brands?
The closest matches are Khaki Grey by RAL (#6A5F31), Fig by Behr (#6C602F), Lemon Pepper by Behr (#67643B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Saguaro?
Saguaro has an LRV of 11.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Saguaro's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.