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A match of Sherwin Williams SW9601 Symmetry is a light, muted beige with a soft warm undertone. It reads as a quiet neutral rather than a crisp white or a strong tan, with enough warmth to feel grounded and enough lightness to stay airy. The low chroma gives it a subdued, blended look that is useful when a part needs to coordinate without drawing attention.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be used on small parts and accessories where a consistent neutral finish matters. Common spray-paint uses include vents, switch covers, outlet plates, return grilles, PVC trim pieces, brackets, shelving, frames, railings, mailbox parts, cabinet hardware, and other removable fixtures. It can also be a practical match for maker projects, retrofit components, and maintenance items that need to sit comfortably with an existing beige or warm-neutral paint reference.
Because this is a light color, coverage can show contrast more readily over dark, stained, or uneven substrates, so surface prep and proper film build matter. The final appearance can shift with sheen and the underlying material, especially on plastic, metal, or previously coated surfaces. On exterior parts, the muted tone is less demanding than a vivid color, but even application still helps prevent patchiness and visible substrate show-through.
Similar colors:
SW6071 Popular Gray
HGSW2477 Ghost Pines
Agreeable Gray SW7029
The SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY was founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866. Today, the company is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of coatings and related products.
MyPerfectColor matches all of the Sherwin-Williams paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Sherwin-Williams color by matching the original Sherwin-Williams color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Sherwin-Williams paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Sherwin-Williams Color and may not match Sherwin-Williams Color standards. Refer to Sherwin-Williams Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Sherwin-Williams color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.
If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.
Plastic surfaces vary a lot, so SW9601 Symmetry should be tested on the actual item before you commit to the full project. MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to SW9601 Symmetry can stick well to many plastics, but prep matters and some plastics need different cleaning or priming steps.
If the part is a cap, trim piece, or removable accessory, do a small test on a hidden area first so you can confirm adhesion and appearance on that exact material. Using the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel can improve adhesion on difficult substrates.
Yes. A match of Sherwin Williams SW9601 Symmetry is the kind of color people often order as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for baskets, frames, shelving, decor pieces, furniture accents, and other small items that need to coordinate with a known paint color. Spray format is usually the most practical choice when the part is small, removable, or awkward to coat with a brush.
For these projects, focus on surface prep, light coats, and coverage on the actual object rather than expecting the color name alone to determine the final result. The same SW9601 Symmetry match can read differently on metal, wood, wicker, or plastic.
No. Finish changes how SW9601 Symmetry reflects light, so the same color match can look different in gloss, satin, or flatter coatings. That is a product and surface issue, not just a color issue.
If you are ordering MyPerfectColor paint matched to SW9601 Symmetry, choose the finish based on the item you are painting and the look of the existing surface you are trying to coordinate. Do not assume the color code alone defines sheen or the way the coating will read after application.
Use light, even coats and keep the spray moving so SW9601 Symmetry builds uniformly. Heavy passes can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy look, especially on small parts and edges.
For the best result, overlap each pass slightly and let each coat flash before applying the next one according to the product directions. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to SW9601 Symmetry is easier to control when you build coverage gradually instead of trying to cover in one wet coat.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not the SW9601 Symmetry color name alone. To find the correct sheet, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the specific product you plan to order: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.
If you are ordering a different format, check the SDS for that exact format rather than assuming the color reference uses the same document.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW9601 Symmetry in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.
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To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams SW9601 Symmetry. MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge how much spray you'll need as it is highly dependent on how it is applied. It is better to have too much than run short.
While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Sherwin Williams SW9601 Symmetry, we don't provide any crossover information because this is a subjective determination. Every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another company's color collection, so determining which color is the best approximation is a judgement call.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Related Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the company you want.
Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.