Sockeye 6619 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E49780, estimated LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pecos Spice from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #E49780 · 6619
Sockeye
40%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sockeye Technical Profile
HEX Code#E49780
RGB228, 151, 128
Estimated LRV40.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#E29581
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Colors That Work With Sockeye
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sockeye
#E49780
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1AB71
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sockeye
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sockeye 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
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Sockeye — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sockeye have?
Sockeye by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sockeye from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sockeye are Pecos Spice by Behr (a close digital match), Sweetened Melon by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Opal Fire by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sockeye's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Sockeye?
Sockeye has a estimated lightness value of 40.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sockeye's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.