Sherwin Williams Elation SW 6827
| Official page: | Elation SW 6827 |
| Code: | SW 6827 |
| Name: | Elation |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well, 2019 Shapeshifter |
What color is Sherwin Williams Elation?
Experience pure joy with Sherwin Williams SW 6827 Elation. This soft and soothing [Elation] hue brings a sense of calm and serenity to any space. Pairing beautifully with crisp whites, warm grays, and soft pastels, this versatile color can be incorporated into a variety of design styles. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, [Elation] adds a touch of elegance and sophistication. Elevate your interior with this graceful and inviting color for a truly uplifting atmosphere.
Sherwin Williams Elation reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Elation undertones?
The undertone of Elation can be accurately described as a Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#DFDCE5
RGB code:
223, 220, 229
Is Sherwin Williams Elation SW 6827 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 260° thisPurplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6827 Elation HSL code: 260, 15%, 88%
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 purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Elation
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Elation:
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 Elation with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 80, such as Sherwin Williams Green Onyx and Rookwood Dark Green.
LRV of Elation
Elation has an LRV of 72.32% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of 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 72.32%, 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 | #dfdce5 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 223, 220, 229 | |
| RGB Percent | 87.45%, 86.27%, 89.80% | |
| HSV | Hue: 260° Saturation: 3.93% Value: 89.8% | |
| HSL | hsl(260, 15, 88) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 2.62 Magenta: 3.93 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 10.2 | |
| YIQ | Y: 221.923 I: -1.104 Q: 3.435 | |
| XYZ | X: 70.164 Y: 72.531 Z: 84.411 | |
| CIE Lab | L:88.224 a:2.645 b:-4.032 | |
| CIE Luv | L:88.224 u:1.163 v:-6.673 | |
| Decimal | 14671077 | |
| Hunter Lab | 85.165, -1.981, 0.851 | |
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