# Sherwin Williams Candid Blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/candid-blue-sw-6953](https://plan-home.com/color/candid-blue-sw-6953)

Sherwin Williams SW 6953 Candid Blue exudes a peaceful and calming ambiance, reminiscent of clear skies on a perfect summer day. This serene hue pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft grays, and natural wood tones, creating a harmonious and inviting space. When complemented with accents in SW 6953's complementary shades, such as SW 7020 Black Fox, the room achieves a sophisticated and timeless look. The versatile nature of Candid Blue allows it to be effortlessly incorporated into various interior styles, from coastal chic to modern minimalism, adding a touch of elegance to any room.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Sherwin Williams
- **Color name:** Candid Blue
- **Color code:** SW 6953
- **HEX:** #6cc3e0
- **RGB:** 108, 195, 224
- **LRV:** 47.58%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 195° Saturation: 51.79% Value: 87.84%
- **HSL:** hsl(195, 65, 65)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 51.79 Magenta: 12.95 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 12.16
- **YIQ:** Y: 172.293 I: -61.162 Q: -9.379
- **XYZ:** X: 39.148 Y: 47.597 Z: 77.625
- **CIE Lab:** L:74.57 a:-18.373 b:-22.512
- **CIE Luv:** L:74.57 u:-37.827 v:-32.836
- **Decimal:** 7128032
- **Hunter Lab:** 68.99, -19.445, -18.417

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Pool Party](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-pool-party-2059-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Graceful Sea](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-graceful-sea-767)
- [Benjamin Moore Cayman Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-cayman-blue-2060-50)
- [Sherwin Williams Undercool](https://plan-home.com/color/undercool-sw-6957)
- [Behr Big Chill](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-big-chill)
- [Benjamin Moore Aquarium Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-aquarium-blue-2058-50)
- [Sherwin Williams Surfin'](https://plan-home.com/color/surfin-sw-9048)
- [Sherwin Williams Sky Fall](https://plan-home.com/color/sky-fall-sw-9049)
- [Behr Rushing Stream](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-rushing-stream)
- [Benjamin Moore St. Lucia Skies](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-st-lucia-skies-781)
- [Behr Below Zero](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-below-zero)
- [Behr Aztec Sky](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aztec-sky)
- [Benjamin Moore Turquoise Powder](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-turquoise-powder-2057-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Seaside Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-seaside-blue-2054-50)
- [Sherwin Williams Flyway](https://plan-home.com/color/flyway-sw-6794)
- [Benjamin Moore Aquarius](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-aquarius-788)
- [Benjamin Moore Athenian Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-athenian-blue-773)
- [Benjamin Moore Tidal Wave](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-tidal-wave-2061-50)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Blue Click](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-click-sw-6952)
- [Sherwin Williams Bluebell](https://plan-home.com/color/bluebell-sw-6793)
- [Sherwin Williams Undercool](https://plan-home.com/color/undercool-sw-6957)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Major Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/major-blue-sw-6795)

## Complementary colors
- [Sherwin Williams White Beet](https://plan-home.com/color/white-beet-sw-6287)
- [Sherwin Williams Weathervane](https://plan-home.com/color/weathervane-sw-2927)
- [Sherwin Williams Brevity Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/brevity-brown-sw-6068)
- [Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/rookwood-medium-brown-sw-2807)
- [Sherwin Williams Grounded](https://plan-home.com/color/grounded-sw-6089)
- [Sherwin Williams Pottery Urn](https://plan-home.com/color/pottery-urn-sw-7715)
- [Sherwin Williams Rookwood Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/rookwood-brown-sw-2806)

Official product page: https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/archived-paint-colors/sw6953

## 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.