# Sherwin Williams Blue Refrain

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/blue-refrain-sw-6956](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-refrain-sw-6956)

Sherwin Williams Blue Refrain (SW 6956) is a serene and sophisticated hue that brings a sense of calm to any space. This rich blue tone pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft grays, and warm taupes, creating a timeless color palette. When accented with metallic finishes in gold or silver, Blue Refrain adds a touch of elegance and luxury to the room. Whether used as a main color or as an accent, this versatile shade adds depth and character to interiors, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a refined and stylish look.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Sherwin Williams
- **Color name:** Blue Refrain
- **Color code:** SW 6956
- **HEX:** #b0d8e7
- **RGB:** 176, 216, 231
- **LRV:** 64.25%
- **Brightness:** Light
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 196° Saturation: 23.81% Value: 90.59%
- **HSL:** hsl(196, 53, 80)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 23.81 Magenta: 6.49 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 9.41
- **YIQ:** Y: 205.75 I: -28.656 Q: -3.793
- **XYZ:** X: 56.879 Y: 64.109 Z: 84.957
- **CIE Lab:** L:84.023 a:-9.784 b:-11.671
- **CIE Luv:** L:84.023 u:-20.94 v:-16.633
- **Decimal:** 11589863
- **Hunter Lab:** 80.068, -13.316, -6.862

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Ocean Breeze](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-ocean-breeze-2058-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Skylark Song](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-skylark-song-778)
- [Sherwin Williams Something Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/something-blue-sw-6800)
- [Benjamin Moore Hawaiian Breeze](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-hawaiian-breeze-772)
- [Benjamin Moore Morning Glory](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-morning-glory-785)
- [Benjamin Moore Fairview Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-fairview-blue-779)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Flower](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-flower-2057-60)
- [Sherwin Williams Blue Click](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-click-sw-6952)
- [Benjamin Moore Paradise View](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-paradise-view-794)
- [Benjamin Moore Little Boy Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-little-boy-blue-2061-60)
- [Behr Seashore Dreams](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-seashore-dreams)
- [Benjamin Moore Watercolor Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-watercolor-blue-793)
- [Benjamin Moore Splash](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-splash-2059-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Hydrangea](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-hydrangea-2062-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Turquoise Haze](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-turquoise-haze-2060-60)
- [Behr Breezy Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-breezy-blue)
- [Sherwin Williams Bluebell](https://plan-home.com/color/bluebell-sw-6793)
- [Benjamin Moore Sapphireberry](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sapphireberry-2063-60)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Quench Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/quench-blue-sw-6785)
- [Sherwin Williams Minor Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/minor-blue-sw-6792)
- [Sherwin Williams Something Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/something-blue-sw-6800)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Sky Fall](https://plan-home.com/color/sky-fall-sw-9049)
- [Sherwin Williams Flyway](https://plan-home.com/color/flyway-sw-6794)
- [Sherwin Williams Cloudless](https://plan-home.com/color/cloudless-sw-6786)
- [Sherwin Williams Surfin'](https://plan-home.com/color/surfin-sw-9048)
- [Sherwin Williams Porch Ceiling](https://plan-home.com/color/porch-ceiling-sw-9063)

## Complementary colors
- [Sherwin Williams Black Bean](https://plan-home.com/color/black-bean-sw-6006)
- [Sherwin Williams Dutch Cocoa](https://plan-home.com/color/dutch-cocoa-sw-6032)
- [Sherwin Williams Cocoa Berry](https://plan-home.com/color/cocoa-berry-sw-9078)
- [Sherwin Williams Chateau Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/chateau-brown-sw-7510)
- [Sherwin Williams Temperate Taupe](https://plan-home.com/color/sherwin-williams-temperate-taupe)
- [Sherwin Williams Homestead Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/homestead-brown-sw-7515)
- [Sherwin Williams Perfect Greige](https://plan-home.com/color/perfect-greige-sw-6073)

Official product page: https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/archived-paint-colors/sw6956

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.