# Sherwin Williams Gentian

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/gentian-sw-6817](https://plan-home.com/color/gentian-sw-6817)

Sherwin Williams color SW 6817 Gentian is a versatile hue that adds a pop of color to any space. Pairing Gentian with lighter neutrals like SW 7006 Extra White can create a crisp and modern look. For a bolder approach, consider combining Gentian with SW 6258 Tricorn Black for a sophisticated and dramatic aesthetic. The deep richness of Gentian can also complement warm tones like SW 7032 Warm Stone, adding depth and character to the room. Pairing Gentian with SW 6204 Sea Salt creates a harmonious and calming vibe, perfect for creating a serene environment.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Sherwin Williams
- **Color name:** Gentian
- **Color code:** SW 6817
- **HEX:** #6572a5
- **RGB:** 101, 114, 165
- **LRV:** 17.55%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Purple
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 228° Saturation: 38.79% Value: 64.71%
- **HSL:** hsl(228, 26, 52)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 38.79 Magenta: 30.91 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 35.29
- **YIQ:** Y: 115.927 I: -24.135 Q: 13.121
- **XYZ:** X: 18.173 Y: 17.517 Z: 38.011
- **CIE Lab:** L:48.905 a:8.287 b:-28.919
- **CIE Luv:** L:48.905 u:-8.767 v:-43.979
- **Decimal:** 6648485
- **Hunter Lab:** 41.853, 4.263, -24.549

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Behr Wild Pansy](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-wild-pansy)
- [Behr Splendor And Pride](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-splendor-and-pride)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Nova](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-nova-825)
- [Behr Miracle Elixir](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-miracle-elixir)
- [Benjamin Moore Waterdrop](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-waterdrop-cc-902)
- [Sherwin Williams Venture Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/venture-violet-sw-6970)
- [Behr Kimono Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-kimono-violet)
- [Behr Charter Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-charter-blue)
- [Behr Dangerously Elegant](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dangerously-elegant)
- [Behr New Age Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-new-age-blue)
- [Benjamin Moore Yin Yang](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-yin-yang-824)
- [Behr Wizard'S Potion](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-wizards-potion)
- [Sherwin Williams Lupine](https://plan-home.com/color/lupine-sw-6810)
- [Benjamin Moore Nile Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-nile-blue-csp-560)
- [Benjamin Moore Fancy Pants](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-fancy-pants-csp-525)
- [Benjamin Moore Watertown](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-watertown-818)
- [Sherwin Williams Forget-Me-Not](https://plan-home.com/color/forget-me-not-sw-6824)
- [Behr Privileged Elite](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-privileged-elite)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Venture Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/venture-violet-sw-6970)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Dignified](https://plan-home.com/color/dignified-sw-6538)
- [Sherwin Williams Valiant Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/valiant-violet-sw-6818)

## Complementary colors
- [Sherwin Williams Griffin](https://plan-home.com/color/griffin-sw-7026)
- [Sherwin Williams Warm Stone](https://plan-home.com/color/warm-stone-sw-7032)
- [Sherwin Williams Mercurial](https://plan-home.com/color/mercurial-sw-9550)
- [Sherwin Williams Habitat](https://plan-home.com/color/habitat-sw-9608)
- [Sherwin Williams Intellectual Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/intellectual-gray-sw-7045)
- [Sherwin Williams Lunar Lite](https://plan-home.com/color/lunar-lite-sw-9546)
- [Sherwin Williams Cocoon](https://plan-home.com/color/cocoon-sw-6173)

Official product page: https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/purple-paint-colors/sw6817

## 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.