Sherwin Williams Biscay SW 6940
Official color page: | Biscay SW 6940 |
Color code: | SW 6940 |
Color name: | Biscay |
Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Biscay?
Enhance your space with the captivating allure of Sherwin Williams SW 6940 Biscay. This soothing shade of blue-green evokes a sense of tranquility and sophistication. Pair Biscay with crisp whites and soft neutrals to create a refreshing coastal-inspired look. For a bolder touch, combine it with accents in SW 7067 Cityscape or SW 6258 Tricorn Black for a modern contrast. Elevate your interiors with the timeless elegance of Biscay and effortlessly transform any room into a serene oasis.
Biscay for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Biscay for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue color shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 6940 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Mid-tone real bathrooms.
Sherwin Williams SW 6940 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Sherwin Williams Biscay reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
What are Sherwin Williams Biscay undertones?
Blue is Sherwin Williams Biscay undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
HEX value
HEX value:
#019F9F
RGB code:
1, 159, 159
Is Sherwin Williams Biscay SW 6940 cool or warm?
With a hue of 180° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6940 Biscay HSL code: 180, 99%, 31%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Biscay:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Sherwin Williams SW 6940 Biscay
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Sherwin Williams SW 6940 Biscay
Color comparison
Biscay SW 6940 vs Impromptu SW 6955
Our comparison will assist you in determining which shade will complement your space.