Sherwin Williams Blue Mosque SW 6789
| Official page: | Blue Mosque SW 6789 |
| Code: | SW 6789 |
| Name: | Blue Mosque |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Blue Mosque?
Step into a sanctuary of tranquility with Sherwin Williams SW 6789 Blue Mosque. This serene hue envelops your space in a soothing ambiance, reminiscent of a peaceful oasis. Whether adorning the walls of a cozy bedroom retreat or bringing a touch of elegance to a sophisticated living room, Blue Mosque brings a sense of calm and sophistication to any room it graces. Embrace the timeless beauty and versatility of SW 6789, and let its ethereal essence transform your home into a haven of relaxation and style.
Blue Mosque 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 Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Blue Mosque for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 6789 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6789 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 Blue Mosque 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.
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What are Sherwin Williams Blue Mosque undertones?
The undertone of Blue Mosque can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#01819E
RGB code:
1, 129, 158
Is Sherwin Williams Blue Mosque SW 6789 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 191° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6789 Blue Mosque HSL code: 191, 99%, 31%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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.
How light temperature affects Blue Mosque
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark blue shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Blue Mosque:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Blue Mosque with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 11, such as Sherwin Williams Raucous Orange and Blushing.
LRV of Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque has an LRV of 17.17% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 17.17%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #01819e |  |
| RGB Decimal | 1, 129, 158 | |
| RGB Percent | 0.39%, 50.59%, 61.96% | |
| HSV | Hue: 191° Saturation: 99.37% Value: 61.96% | |
| HSL | hsl(191, 99, 31) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 99.37 Magenta: 18.35 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 38.04 | |
| YIQ | Y: 94.034 I: -85.594 Q: -18.052 | |
| XYZ | X: 14.031 Y: 18.174 Z: 35.107 | |
| CIE Lab | L:49.706 a:-18.961 b:-23.857 | |
| CIE Luv | L:49.706 u:-35.312 v:-32.98 | |
| Decimal | 98718 | |
| Hunter Lab | 42.631, -15.853, -18.985 | |
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