Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue SW 6242
| Official color page: | Bracing Blue SW 6242 |
| Color code: | SW 6242 |
| Color name: | Bracing Blue |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Color collections: | Purely Refined |
What color is Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue?
Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue (SW 6242) is a captivating hue that exudes a sense of tranquility and sophistication. This rich, deep blue color adds a touch of drama and depth to any space, making it ideal for creating a cozy yet elegant ambiance. Bracing Blue is perfect for use in bedrooms, where it can create a calm and serene atmosphere for relaxation. It also works beautifully in home offices, providing a sense of focus and creativity. Whether used as an accent wall or throughout the room, Bracing Blue brings a timeless allure to any space.
Bracing Blue for bedroom
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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.
Sherwin Williams SW 6242 on kitchen cabinets
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Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Bracing Blue for exterior
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Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue reviews
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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 Bracing Blue undertones?
Blue is Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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HEX value
HEX value:
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RGB code:
118, 139, 154
Is Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue SW 6242 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 205° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6242 Bracing Blue HSL code: 205, 15%, 53%
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 Bracing Blue:
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 6242 Bracing Blue
Darker shades
Sherwin Williams SW 6242 Bracing Blue
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.
Color comparison
Bracing Blue SW 6242 vs Storm Cloud SW 6249
Choosing the best shade for your space? We've compared the two colors to help you make an informed decision for your project.
LRV: 24.61%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 22.67%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
Bracing Blue SW 6242 vs Whirlpool SW 9135
Our comparison outlines the key differences between the two colors to assist you in choosing the right one for your space.
LRV: 24.61%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 28.84%
Medium color
Temperature: cold